Best League of Legends Alternatives
The top-ranked League of Legends alternative is Dota 2 (Free). The best free option is Smite.
League of Legends is a hugely popular competitive MOBA, but its steep learning curve, toxic community reputation, and time-intensive matches lead many players to look elsewhere. Some want a different genre feel, lower system requirements, or a friendlier community.
1Dota 2
FreeA free-to-play MOBA from Valve with deep strategy and a fully unlocked hero roster.
2Smite
FreeA third-person MOBA where you control gods from various mythologies in team battles.
3Heroes of the Storm
FreeBlizzard's team-focused MOBA featuring characters from across its game universes.
Tactical 5v5 hero shooter from Riot Games.
Overwatch 2
FreeBlizzard's team-based hero shooter with diverse heroes and objectives.
Pokémon Unite
FreeA mobile-friendly MOBA featuring Pokémon in fast-paced 5v5 matches.
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
FreeA popular mobile MOBA with short matches and a large global player base.
Deadlock
FreeValve's hero shooter blending MOBA mechanics with third-person combat.
Teamfight Tactics
FreeAn auto-battler set in the League universe where you draft and position champions.
Awesomenauts
FreemiumA 2D side-scrolling MOBA with platformer mechanics and cartoonish characters.
Brawl Stars
FreeA fast-paced mobile arena brawler with quick 3v3 and battle royale modes.
League of Legends alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to League of Legends?
Dota 2 is ranked first on this list (Free). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
What is the best free alternative to League of Legends?
The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are Dota 2, Smite and Heroes of the Storm.
Which League of Legends alternatives work on Mac?
Dota 2, Heroes of the Storm, Teamfight Tactics and Awesomenauts run on macOS.
Which League of Legends alternatives work on Linux?
Dota 2 and Awesomenauts run on Linux.
Are there League of Legends alternatives for Android?
Yes: Pokémon Unite, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Teamfight Tactics and Brawl Stars have Android apps.
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