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Riot Games Launches 2XKO, Supports Tournaments in 2026

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Riot Games Launches 2XKO

Riot Games announces the fighting game 2XKO and celebrates its console release on January 20, 2026.
Riot Games will implement a revenue-share system through in-game sales to support tournament prize pools and production costs.
Riot Games acknowledges the vital role of tournament organizers in the competitive scene.
Riot Games plans to sponsor 22 community-run tournaments in 2026 and to engage with gaming communities, including Super Smash Bros.
The first major event, Frosty Faustings, is scheduled for January 29, 2026, in Lombard, Illinois, USA.

Summary

Riot Games Unveils 2XKO

Riot Games released 2XKO, a free-to-play fighting game on Xbox Series X|S featuring 12 League of Legends champions, with 22 tournaments planned in 2026 starting January 29 in Lombard, IL, USA.
The game supports 2v2 matches with unique Assist moves and combos.
It includes a Learning Hub with tutorials and advanced lessons to improve skills.
New playstyle modifiers called Fuses let players customize team dynamics.
Caitlyn joins the roster.

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Historical Context

Founded in 2016, the International Esports Federation aims to promote competitive gaming globally. Riot Games, recognizing the growing esports ecosystem, plans to sponsor 22 tournaments in 2026 and introduce a revenue-share system for in-game sales, enhancing tournament prize pools. This initiative reflects the industry's evolution since the inaugural League of Legends World Championship in 2011, which attracted over 1.6 million viewers.

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Riot Games Launches 2XKO

Riot Games announces the fighting game 2XKO and celebrates its console release on January 20, 2026.
Riot Games will implement a revenue-share system through in-game sales to support tournament prize pools and production costs.
Riot Games acknowledges the vital role of tournament organizers in the competitive scene.
Riot Games plans to sponsor 22 community-run tournaments in 2026 and to engage with gaming communities, including Super Smash Bros.
The first major event, Frosty Faustings, is scheduled for January 29, 2026, in Lombard, Illinois, USA.

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