Summary:
- Worlds 2025 celebrates 15 years of League of Legends with the release of its anthem on October 13.
- Chinese singer G.E.M. performed the song, accompanied by an animated music video that pays tribute to legendary LoL esports players.
- The new Worlds anthem focused on creating a cinematic feel, with orchestral music alongside emotional vocals from the singer.
Riot Games has finally released the Worlds 2025 anthem titled “Sacrifice”, performed by Chinese popstar G.E.M.. The song welcomes this year’s League of Legends World Championship (Worlds) and celebrates 15 years of the game. Riot unveiled the anthem through a music video on October 13, 2025, capturing the emotion, drama, and spirit of the tournament. Here are the details.
A New Sound for Worlds 2025
Each year, Riot Games creates a new song to set the tone for Worlds, and this year’s Worlds 2025 anthem takes a different approach. Unlike past anthems like “RISE” or “Heavy Is the Crown”, which were energetic and focused on competition, “Sacrifice” goes the more epic and emotional route.
Featuring G.E.M., one of China’s most famous pop singers with her strong vocals, the anthem leans heavily toward an orchestral sound. The result is something that feels both epic and heartfelt, especially when combined with the stunning animation.
What the ‘Sacrifice’ Music Video Represents
The music video is set in outer space, showing stars forming images of legendary players like Faker, Ruler, Caps, TheShy, Uzi, and Perkz. These cosmic scenes represent the long history of League of Legends and how the game’s biggest moments have become a part of its universe.
Riot’s creative team explained that the space setting symbolizes how the competitive scene has grown beyond borders, becoming something that connects millions of players worldwide.
A Tribute to Players and Fans
More than just epic action scenes, the music video also has some heartfelt moments. The Worlds 2025 anthem also serves as a tribute to the people who shaped League of Legends esports.
One of the most emotional scenes in the video honors Maciej “Shushei” Ratuszniak, the Polish player from Fnatic who won the first World Championship in 2011. Shushei passed away earlier this year, and Riot included a touching moment of him lifting the Summoner’s Cup once again — something that deeply moved longtime fans.
The video also includes brief scenes of fans, coaches, and production staff to show that everyone plays a part in making Worlds what it is. Riot said the Worlds 2025 anthem is meant as a “thank you” to the community for 15 years of passion and support.
The Meaning Behind the Worlds 2025 Anthem
This year’s Worlds theme is “Earn Your Legacy,” and the song “Sacrifice” fits perfectly. According to Riot’s brand team, the song is about the hard work, dedication, and personal sacrifices that players make to reach the world stage.
“Every champion gives up something to get here — time, comfort, even relationships — but what they gain is something that lasts forever,” said one of Riot’s creative directors.
The video also includes over 70 Easter eggs that reference famous plays, player celebrations, and unforgettable Worlds moments. These small details remind fans how every tournament adds a new chapter to League of Legends history.
Conclusion
Have you listened to “Sacrifice” already? Many have already praised it as one of Riot’s most emotional and visually stunning anthems since “Legends Never Die.” With the game’s 15th anniversary, the Worlds 2025 anthem isn’t just celebrating competition, but the countless legacies that have made League and its esports scene what it is today.
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