Since yesterday we know, thanks to a post by Tom Cannon —executive producer of Project L— that today we will know the official name of the Riot Games fighting game and its social networks. The wait, which began in 2019 with the announcement of Project L, to find out what the official name of the Riot Games fighting game will be, has ended. So with a new preview that the developer has replicated on all social networks, the name of the Riot Games fighting game starring the characters of League of Legends.
What is the official name of Project L, Riot’s fighting game starring characters from League of Legends?
The new trailer of Project L has revealed that the name of Riot Games’ fighting game is “2XKO«. However, the first trailer for 2XKO has not confirmed when the game will be released or if there are any trial periods or network tests on the way. However, Cannon talked about this in a video that was published minutes after the trailer that revealed that 2XKO is the official name of Project L.
The first trailer of 2XKO has shown Illaoi, the Kraken Priestess, in the game for the first time. This character was revealed as a work in progress by Riot Games in 2022 and only until today was it seen in the game along with the characters we met in the demo that Riot Games used at EVO 2023.
What is the system like? 2XKOthe fighting game from Riot Games?
In 2XKO, the 2v2 fighting game from Riot Games, we will have weak, medium and strong blows. Additionally, we can execute special movements with S1 and S2. The movement executed by the character varies depending on the direction. The characters of 2XKO They have at their disposal two-level «Ultimate Combos», blocks, «pushblock», «retreating guard», «parry» and a universal anti-air.
Among the original combat mechanics of 2XKO The “dynamic save”, assists, “last stand” and the “fuse system” stand out to create team strategies. To learn more about each of these mechanics, we suggest you follow the following link.
What plans does Riot Games have for 2XKO in 2024 and when is the release date of the game?
With the launch of the official channel on YouTube, as well as the other social networks of 2XKO, Tom Cannon has shared Riot’s plans with its fighting game for 2024. Cannon begins the video by saying that the game’s development team has grown and that they are in a new stage. Additionally, he extends his thanks to the fighting game community that has provided feedback to the development team with their comments during the tour that Riot Games did with its game in 2023 and clarifies that 2XKO It is a game that is constantly evolving.
More events to try 2XKO and perhaps a possible beta for 2024?
Cannon stated that in 2024 Riot Games’ fighting game will not be released. However, the executive producer of 2XKO revealed that they are going to focus on the fighting game community. So they will try to take their game to more parts of the world. Additionally, Cannon has confirmed that the game will be present at EVO Japan 2024 so that those attending the event can try it out.
«We believe that prioritizing the community is the most effective way to make 2XKO reach its best version»
Tom Cannon, executive producer of 2XKO and founder of EVO.
Cannon did not confirm, but he did express that it is possible that Riot Games will run a test or beta period this year. 2XKO. Finally, Cannon expressed their desire to launch the game in 2025 and that it will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and PC.
How to register to participate in a future trial period 2XKO, Riot Games’ fighting game?
After sharing the videos, Riot Games has revealed a registry to have a database with people interested in trying 2XKO. So if you want to register to have a chance to participate in the beta or test of the Riot Games fighting game in the future, you just have to follow the following link.
Although this news is not what some expected, it should be noted that the focus that Riot gives to the fighting game community is important. This not only builds confidence in players, but can also lead to the game becoming truly accessible to the general public. With this we hope that fighting games will stop being a niche and globalize faster than in recent years.
Fuente: 2XKO official YouTube channel
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