Riot Games Reveals Caitlyn Kiramman as New Champion of 2XKO

New Champion Caitlyn Joins 2XKO for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S Launch in 2026

Riot Games has announced that its 2v2 fighting game, 2XKO, will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in January 2026, coinciding with the premiere of Season 1. The console release will introduce Caitlyn as a new playable champion, alongside other new features. Riot Games has released a trailer showcasing Caitlyn's arrival and the first gameplay on PS5. 2XKO is currently available on PC. Caitlyn joins a roster of League of Legends champions adapted for 2XKO's fighting format. On October 7th, Teemo joined the 2XKO crew, bringing the total champion count to 12. Players expect Caitlyn's moves to resemble her League of Legends abilities. Even in its beta phase, 2XKO is a contender for Best Fighting Game at The Game Awards 2025. During The Game Awards, Invincible VS revealed their new original character, Ella Mental, and the Street Fighter film debuted its first teaser trailer.

Riot Games' 2XKO: Stunning Visuals, Fluid Mechanics, and Tactical Fights - A New Era of Competitive Gaming

2XKO allows players to compete solo or with friends in explosive combat. Riot Games describes 2XKO as combining "stunning visuals, fluid mechanics, and tactical flair," offering both accessibility and competitive depth to both seasoned and new fighting game fans. The company emphasizes the game's focus on "intense competition and authentic social connection in every match." Riot Games, the developer of 2XKO, was founded in 2006 with the goal of developing, distributing, and supporting games with a focus on players. In 2009, Riot released its debut title, League of Legends. Riot later launched Valorant, Teamfight Tactics, Legends of Runeterra, and League of Legends: Wild Rift. Riot's titles have established major esports events such as the League of Legends World Championship and the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT). Riot has also expanded its universe through multimedia projects, including music, comics, board games, and the Emmy-winning animated series Arcane.

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