The top player in the KPL Spring Split, a random player who was criticized, achieved a 60% win rate.

The Rift has returned to its former bustling state, skins continue to be released, and competitions continue. A new season brings a new look. The KPL Spring Season has begun; how will it be received? The entertainment value of the competition remains to be seen, as it has only just begun and there is still some time before the finals are reached. People are so lazy; they are busy with daily tasks, and their gaming time is already limited. Moreover, they spend all their time following the matches or watching replays on social media, such as Xiaohongshu, looking for highlights. Chinese esports viewers have a slightly different perspective on the industry.

Media outlets have interviewed South Korean and Chinese audiences about their definitions of esports. The former focuses on intensity and rankings, while the latter emphasizes entertainment and editing. It is precisely because of this core that the profession of livestreaming has emerged. Everyone is just looking for fun, casually watching short videos, and then summarizing and integrating information from people online. This saves time and allows them to keep up with the latest news, much like reading an article. It feels faster than watching an entire match.

The KPL Spring Split is in full swing, and besides the players' highlights, the key element is the hero recommendations. Casual players often have limited vision, blindly following trends and picking popular heroes, overlooking many high-strength options. In the development lane, Hou Yi, Sun Shangxiang, Marco Polo, and Luban No. 7 are popular choices, whether they're stationary or mobile, everyone knows their strengths. However, one hero with a bouncing attack has remained unnoticed, quietly climbing the ranks until finally shining on the competitive stage. That's right, Goya, a potential powerhouse.

KPL Spring Split Pick Rate: Number One Among All Heroes

It's a bit scary to say, but Goya is the top pick in competitive play, in other words, the first choice for professional players, with a 39.4% pick rate, which is expected to continue rising. Despite being played by many, her win rate hasn't been lowered, soaring to 60%. Can you still say she's dragging others down? Of course, being in two different worlds, it's not surprising that performances are polarized. Casual games are like single-player games; no matter what high-level hero you play, the situation is unpredictable. You might have a great start, a gold lead, but for some reason, you start losing. You might get countless kills, but at the crucial moment of pushing towers, your teammates don't push towers, don't take dragons, die in team fights, and you get turned around and the game is over. Goya in casual games can be very tiring to play, as her health depletes slowly, but she really doesn't have any major drawbacks.

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