2XKO by Riot Already Has Release Date

by Marcus Thompson December 31, 2025

written by Marcus Thompson December 31, 2025

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2XKO, developed by Riot Games, will officially launch as a free-to-play fighting game on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on January 20, 2026.
The game features League of Legends characters and offers engaging mechanics such as coordinated attacks between two fighters, modifiers to enhance playstyle, and arcade-like lobbies with rollback netcode and anti-cheat systems.
2XKO aims to add more fighters annually than Street Fighter 6, though the full roster has not yet been revealed.
With its vibrant 2D visuals, energetic music, and commitment to ongoing content, 2XKO is expected to make a significant impact in the gaming community upon its release in 2026.

New Trailer Unveils Release Date for Console Launch of 2XKO by Riot – Free-to-Play Fighting Game with League of Legends Characters and Engaging Mechanics, Set to Launch January 20, 2026

Riot Games has released a new trailer for 2XKO, confirming the game’s release date for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. 2XKO, a 2v2 fighting game currently in early access on PC since October 2025, will officially launch as a free-to-play title on January 20, 2026, for consoles. The game allows players to coordinate attacks between two fighters, use modifiers to enhance their playstyle, and leverage League of Legends champions. Featuring vibrant 2D visuals and energetic music, 2XKO also includes engaging mechanics, arcade-like lobbies, rollback netcode, and anti-cheat systems. According to Wccftech, who viewed the trailer before it was taken down from YouTube, the 2XKO team is aiming high, planning to add more fighters annually than Street Fighter 6. The full roster for 2XKO has not yet been revealed. [Embedded Trailer] Nabil Mehari (neoxon.bsky.social) posted about the trailer on December 30, 2025, at 9:58 PM. [Embedded Social Media Post: Note: To view this content, please enable targeting cookies.] With its blend of established and new features and a commitment to ongoing content, 2XKO seems poised to make a splash when it launches in 2026.

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