#riot-games

#riot-games

Bringing Valorant to consoles opens up a new audience for the game, emphasizing the belief that competitive players exist across different platforms.

Valorant is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, offering free-to-play experience with simultaneous updates across platforms.

Riot Games is releasing Valorant, a free-to-play hero shooter, on consoles after years of PC exclusivity.

Valorant is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in select regions after beta testing. Riot optimized gameplay for consoles with unique features.

Riot ensures competitive integrity by not supporting crossplay between PC and consoles but maintains shared progression for cosmetics and balance changes.

Valorant's launch on consoles marks Riot's first live-service game on this platform, with plans to expand to other games like the LoL-based fighting game.

Riot Games introduces Vyse, a new agent with abilities that stun and manipulate enemies, enhancing gameplay strategy in Valorant.

Riot Games is actively addressing online toxicity in Valorant through enhanced moderation efforts that include warnings and bans.

Netflix's use of AI for promotional materials has faced backlash, highlighting tensions between tech and artistry.

Riot Games views Arcane as a success due to fan love, despite its financial failure.

The company is shifting focus back to core gaming after transmedia investments.,

Riot and Fortiche are planning to expand the League of Legends universe with a variety of new animated projects focused on different characters and styles.

Arcane will end after two seasons, contradicting earlier rumors of five seasons due to Riot's broader plans for the League of Legends universe.

Riot's Arcane season 2 exemplifies their costly commitment to entertainment, spending a record $250 million to produce the most expensive animated series ever.

Riot Games plans to celebrate League of Legends' 15th anniversary with new seasons, updates, and a focus on immersive storytelling.

Valorant's transition to Unreal Engine 5 is essential for future gameplay enhancements, despite not offering immediate graphical improvements.

The next playtest for the game is anticipated in late March 2025, with new characters expected to be playable.

Riot Games is laying off 530 employees and ending new game development under its Riot Forge arm.

The company cites the need to move towards a more sustainable future as the reason for these changes.

Riot's fighting game 2XKO is set to launch in 2025, promising a significant impact on the genre.

Riot Games is laying off staff to ensure the long-term growth and improvement of League of Legends, rather than to save costs.

2XKO is the official name for Riot Games' fighting game, set to release in 2025.

The game will be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S platforms with playtesting opportunities in 2024.

Riot Games is launching Project K, a new trading card game inspired by League of Legends in 2025. It begins in China first.

Riot Games is launching a physical trading card game, Project K, set in the world of Runeterra.

Riot's Project K is a new trading card game that emphasizes fun and social play, with various modes available for diverse player experiences.

Riot Games is creating a physical trading card game set in the League of Legends universe, called 'Project K', aiming for a 2025 release.

Nerd Street Gamers has rebounded from potential collapse with a new funding round, changing its approach after facing serious challenges.

Riot's 2XKO attracts attention due to its competitive potential and long-term success opportunities in esports.

Riot Games reduces ambitions and focuses on core gaming products

Riot Games experienced significant user growth in 2020 fueled by COVID-19 and Valorant launch

Jinx returns to Riot Games' 2XKO with improved skills, showcasing her abilities as a zoner amidst significant game updates.

2XKO launching in 2025 as a free-to-play 2v2 tag-based fighting game with League of Legends champions.

Riot Games involving the fighting game community in playtesting and feedback for 2XKO development.

The upcoming League of Legends fighting game is named 2XKO.

Players can expect 2v2 tag-based gameplay and a Fuse system for customizing champion interactions.

2XKO editor in chief announced upcoming information updates through social media channels.

Momentum of information about 2XKO is increasing, addressing topics like monetization and netcode.

2XKO is Riot Games' first fighting game in the world of League of Legends, previously known by its connection to League of Legends.

2XKO is a 2v2 tag-fighter that has been showcased in the fighting game community since its announcement in 2021.

Casey Edwards from Devil May Cry 5 is part of the 2XKO soundtrack team.

Other Riot Games composers are also part of the 2XKO OST team.

League of Legends exemplifies how a video game can become a multimedia franchise with a global following.

Linkin Park creates the Worlds anthem for League of Legends, merging music and gaming cultures in an exciting collaboration.

SAG-AFTRA initiated a strike against Riot Games due to alleged unfair labor practices by Formosa Interactive, affecting League of Legends.

Riot Games aims to distance itself from the allegations made against its contracted studio.

Riot Games is laying off employees to ensure the right expertise for long-term success of League of Legends.

Riot Games is cutting jobs from the League of Legends team to ensure the right expertise for the game's long-term success.

The upcoming content for League of Legends includes an Arena mode update and new PvE game mode during the summer event.

Riot Games is known for experimenting with new game modes during summer events, incorporating popular themes like Vampire Survivors.

Riot Games has laid off 530 employees, which accounts for about 11% of its workforce.

The layoffs are happening because the company's costs have grown to an unsustainable level and it needs to maintain a long-term focus for players.

Riot Games is eliminating around 530 roles globally, affecting teams working on Legends of Runeterra and Riot Forge initiative.

Riot will increase its focus on its core live games and continue development of Project L.