League of Legends: Wild Rift — the mobile version of LoL for Android and iPhone

League of Legends: Wild Rift is the mobile version of League of Legends, developed by Riot Games for Android and iOS. The game retains the core mechanics of the original MOBA but is adapted for touch controls, shorter matches, and smartphone screens. In this guide, we’ll break down how League of Legends: Wild Rift differs from the PC version, where to download the game, how to get started, and whether in-app purchases are available in League of Legends: Wild Rift in Russia.

Wild Rift is built on the same core principles as the PC version: two teams of five players battle on a map, destroy turrets, and attempt to destroy the enemy Nexus. However, Wild Rift was created specifically for smartphones, so the developers have reworked the controls, match pace, and many game mechanics.

Despite sharing the same name and universe, Wild Rift is not a port of the original League of Legends, but a standalone game with its own updates, balance, and content.

Key differences between the mobile version and the PC version:

If you’re already familiar with League of Legends, getting the hang of the mobile version of LoL won’t be difficult. That said, the Wild Rift experience is noticeably different due to its faster pace, simplified controls, and the game’s independent development.

You can download League of Legends: Wild Rift for free on Android and iOS devices. The game is available in the official app stores—Google Play and the App Store. After installation, simply log in to your existing Riot Games account or create a new one. To play, you’ll need a stable internet connection and a device that meets the minimum system requirements.

Minimum requirements for Android: Android 8.0 or later, 3 GB of RAM, a 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 quad-core processor (or equivalent), a Mali-G52 MP1 graphics processor, PowerVR GE8320 or Adreno 610.

Minimum requirements for iPhone: iPhone 6s or newer, iOS 15 or newer, 2 GB of RAM, Apple A9 processor.

Wild Rift is fully available on Google Play and the App Store with no restrictions for Russian users.

If Wild Rift doesn’t appear in the app store, this is usually due to regional restrictions. In that case, you should change your Google Play region or add an international Apple ID from a region where the game is available.

Downloading the game from third-party sources is not recommended, as Riot Games distributes Wild Rift exclusively through official app stores.

The main premium currency in League of Legends: Wild Rift is Wild Cores. You purchase them with real money and then use them to buy cosmetic items and other additional content. In-game purchases do not affect your in-game balance—you cannot gain an advantage in matches by spending Wild Cores.

With Wild Cores, you can buy:

It is currently not possible to purchase Wild Rift currency directly with a Russian bank card through Google Play or the App Store. Therefore, players from Russia typically top up their balance through digital marketplaces and specialized services where they can buy the desired amount of currency to be credited to their account.

When choosing a seller, pay attention to their rating, the number of completed orders, and customer reviews. This will help reduce the risk when purchasing in-game currency.

On average, you can buy 2–3 Wild Cows for 1 ruble. A set of 425 cows will cost 270–290 rubles, and a large pack of 8,470 cows will cost 4,300–4,500 rubles. The larger the pack, the better the value. Prices may vary depending on the seller and the region where you make your purchase on Google Play or the App Store.

Wild Rift is a good fit for anyone who wants to play a classic MOBA on their smartphone without long matches. The game retains the core mechanics of the original League of Legends but is easier to pick up thanks to touch controls and a fast pace. 

If you like League of Legends but don’t always have the chance to play on a computer, Wild Rift is worth a try. It’s free anyway—even if you don’t enjoy playing it, you won’t lose anything except 15–20 minutes of your time.