2XKO: Riot’s Next-Gen Free Fighting Game Now in Early Access

After years in the making, Riot Games’ highly anticipated fighting game Project L finally has an official name: 2XKO. The game recently launched in free Early Access on PC, shaking up the fighting game scene (FGC) with its fast-paced 2v2 Tag-Team mechanics.

Here are the 3 key features that already make 2XKO a game-changer, plus the release timeline:

3 Reasons Why 2XKO Is a Revolution for the FGC

1. Dynamic 2v2 Tag-Team System

• Tag-Team Focused: Instead of classic 1v1, you can instantly swap between two characters to extend combos and create strategic depth.

• Marvel vs. Capcom Vibes: Fast-paced, fluid gameplay that puts team coordination at the forefront.

2. Flawless Rollback Netcode

• The Key to Competition: Rollback Netcode, the gold standard for fighting games, delivers near lag-free online matches worldwide—making 2XKO perfect for competitive tournaments.

3. Free-to-Play Model

• No Entry Barriers: Completely free to play, 2XKO opens the doors for millions of League of Legends and Valorant players to try the genre risk-free—potentially exploding the FGC player base.

• Monetisation: The game will keep all core content free and focus on cosmetic and aesthetic items.

Release Timeline Overview

Stage	Date	Platform	Status
Early Access Launch	7 October 2025	PC (Steam)	Ongoing
Full Release (Target)	2026	PC, PS5, Xbox Series X	S
Season Content	Throughout 2026	PC	Regular new champions and content updates.

Console Note: Console players will have to wait a bit longer, but Riot has confirmed that progress made on PC will carry over to consoles (Cross-Progression).

A New Era for Fighting Games?

2XKO brings together not just LoL champions, but also the most requested features in the industry—free-to-play access and top-tier netcode. This move could challenge the dominance of giants like Street Fighter and Tekken.