Remove autofill feature from League of Legends

Recent signers:
Albert Bera and 16 others have signed recently.

The Issue

League of Legends is a game that thrives on strategy, teamwork, and skillful play across different roles in each match. However, the current "autofill" feature often places players in roles they have not selected or are unfamiliar with, which can significantly impact the gameplay experience and the outcome of matches. This petition aims to urge Riot Games, the creators of League of Legends, to reconsider the implementation of the autofill feature.

The autofill system, originally introduced to reduce queue times, can lead to frustration among players who wish to master specific roles. When players are forced into roles they are less comfortable with, it not only detracts from their personal enjoyment and growth but can also negatively affect team dynamics and match competitiveness. Our community believes that the integrity and enjoyment of the game would be better preserved without mandatory autofill assignments.

We propose two potential solutions:
1. **Removing the Autofill Feature**: Completely eliminating autofill would ensure players land in their selected roles, enhancing personal gameplay experience and improving overall team synergy.
2. **Introducing an Alternative Queue System**: Implementing a separate queue where players can wait longer but secure their preferred role, offering a compromise for those willing to sacrifice time for role security.

These suggestions aim to improve the game experience without sacrificing the strategic depth and enjoyment that League of Legends is known for. We firmly believe that Riot Games should prioritize these aspects over reduced queue durations.

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Recent signers:
Albert Bera and 16 others have signed recently.

The Issue

League of Legends is a game that thrives on strategy, teamwork, and skillful play across different roles in each match. However, the current "autofill" feature often places players in roles they have not selected or are unfamiliar with, which can significantly impact the gameplay experience and the outcome of matches. This petition aims to urge Riot Games, the creators of League of Legends, to reconsider the implementation of the autofill feature.

The autofill system, originally introduced to reduce queue times, can lead to frustration among players who wish to master specific roles. When players are forced into roles they are less comfortable with, it not only detracts from their personal enjoyment and growth but can also negatively affect team dynamics and match competitiveness. Our community believes that the integrity and enjoyment of the game would be better preserved without mandatory autofill assignments.

We propose two potential solutions:
1. **Removing the Autofill Feature**: Completely eliminating autofill would ensure players land in their selected roles, enhancing personal gameplay experience and improving overall team synergy.
2. **Introducing an Alternative Queue System**: Implementing a separate queue where players can wait longer but secure their preferred role, offering a compromise for those willing to sacrifice time for role security.

These suggestions aim to improve the game experience without sacrificing the strategic depth and enjoyment that League of Legends is known for. We firmly believe that Riot Games should prioritize these aspects over reduced queue durations.

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Petition created on March 20, 2026