2XKO Arrives with Blitzcrank
Get ready to join the fight as Blitzcrank debuts in Riot Games' upcoming title, 2XKO, starting from the closed beta on September 9th, exclusively on PC. Engage with the League of Legends universe and enjoy early access to the game until its official launch in 2025, expanding to PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S. Catch a sneak peek of Blitzcrank's gameplay in the latest trailer on YouTube!
Sophie Laurent · 2 min read
New Character Blitzcrank Joins 2XKO in League of Legends Universe – Beta Launching September 9th
Riot Games has announced a new character for its upcoming fighting game, 2XKO, set in the League of Legends universe. Blitzcrank will join the launch lineup, with a PC beta commencing on September 9th. Players who gain beta access can seamlessly continue their progress into the game's full release, as Riot Games confirms beta progress will carry over. 2XKO will launch in 2025 on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S. An official "Blitzcrank Gameplay Reveal Trailer" is available on YouTube for a closer look at the new character.
In Case You Missed It
For those intrigued by behind-the-scenes insights into game development, be sure to check out "Riot Doesn't Regret Announcing 2XKO in 2019" by Sophie Laurent, published on August 11, 2025. This piece delves into the journey of Riot Games' upcoming fighting game, 2XKO (originally Project L), from its premature announcement to its anticipated closed beta launch this September. With a focus on community feedback and creative evolution, it's an inspiring read for any gaming enthusiast. Head over to Riot Doesn't Regret Announcing 2XKO in 2019 to learn more! If you’re a fan of League of Legends and are looking for your next gaming adventure, be sure to check out “League of Legends: Next Official Game Already a Massive Hit Before Release” by Bruno Pferd (published on 2025-08-06). The article delves into the excitement surrounding Riftbound, a collectible card game spin-off that has already garnered massive interest and anticipation. Despite facing initial challenges with pre-orders, Riot Games is committed to ensuring a smoother launch experience come October 31st. Head over to League of Legends: Next Official Game Already a Massive Hit Before Release to learn more about this highly anticipated game! Exciting news for all fighting game enthusiasts, Jonathan Dubinski recently dove into the world of competitive gaming with his post "2xko to Have Closed Beta in September" (published on July 22, 2025), where he details Riot Games' announcement of a private beta for their highly anticipated 2v2 fighter, set to launch on September 9th. If you're looking to get your hands on this new title and see what the fuss is all about, be sure to head over to 2xko to Have Closed Beta in September for more information.

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Game info
- Official Name
- 2XKO
- Brief Summary
- 2XKO is a 2v2 fighting game featuring the iconic characters from Arcane and League of Legends.
- Platforms
- PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S
- Released
- December 31, 2025
- Genre
- Fighting
- Play Modes
- Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
- Content Rating
- RP
- Languages
- Chinese (Simplified), English, Korean
- Genre
- Riot Games
- Genre
- Riot Games



