Getting started
What is Backseat?+
Backseat is fantasy League of Legends for the people who watch together. Pick real pros, follow the games and compete in a league with friends.
Do I need to pay to play?+
No. The core game is free to play. Backseat does not use paid entry, staking or cash betting mechanics.
How do I build a squad?+
Choose one starter for each of the five roles, add two substitutes, stay within the credit budget and choose a captain.
Squads and deadlines
When does my squad lock?+
Each event publishes its own lock time. Changes saved before it count for that window; later changes wait for the next one.
What do substitutes do?+
A substitute can cover a starter who records no appearance, subject to the published role and squad rules for the event.
What happens after elimination?+
When a player is out of the event, use the next squad decision to repair the team before the following lock.
Leagues
How do I join a league?+
Enter an invite code or open an invite link from the commissioner. Once you have a compatible squad, you can take your place in the table.
What is the difference between Classic and Draft?+
Classic lets managers own the same player and compete through their picks. Draft makes each player exclusive within that league.
Can I play with more than one group?+
Yes. One event squad can compete in compatible leagues, so you can keep separate scoreboards for separate group chats.