2XKO Launching in 2025 With 10 Playable League of Legends Champions

2XKO, Riot Games' upcoming entry into the fighting game genre, is set to officially launch later this year, and it’s bringing along 10 iconic champions from the League of Legends universe — each with their own unique move sets and combat styles. With 2XKO, Riot continues expanding beyond its MOBA roots, aiming to establish a foothold in the competitive fighting game scene.

A Familiar Roster With a New Twist

So far, 2XKO’s playable roster includes a mix of fan favorites:

• Ahri
• Braum
• Darius
• Ekko
• Illaoi
• Jinx
• Yasuo

These champions remain true to their League of Legends identities, but many also borrow from their redesigned appearances in Arcane, Riot’s hit animated Netflix series. Characters like Jinx and Ekko have been developed with both their original game aesthetics and their Arcane versions in mind — showcasing Riot’s ongoing effort to bridge the two universes.

Arcane’s Influence Runs Deep

Arcane has had a massive influence on the League of Legends franchise — not just in storytelling, but also in character design. Champions such as Viktor and LeBlanc have already received updated in-game models based on their Arcane appearances. Even though Riot once considered Arcane separate from the official LoL canon, the company has since merged the timelines to keep the narrative cohesive across all its games.

One of the most significant Arcane-inspired redesigns was Warwick, revealed in the series to be Vander resurrected. Unlike his traditional monstrous wolf form, Arcane’s version features a more human-like face, sparking debate among longtime fans. Although League hasn’t updated his base model yet, Teamfight Tactics introduced an “Unbound Warwick” during its Into the Arcane set — showing Riot’s willingness to reimagine characters for new platforms.

Viktor & Warwick: Future Fighters?

While Viktor and Warwick aren’t part of the confirmed 2XKO roster just yet, their Arcane story arcs and visual redesigns make them strong contenders for future updates.

• Viktor could serve as a powerful long-range zoning character, similar to Ahri.
• Warwick, with his hulking physique and feral speed, would fit perfectly as a brawler archetype.

Fans are already speculating about other possible additions, including Arcane-exclusive characters like Mel Medarda, Ambessa Medarda, and LeBlanc, who also received an updated LoL model inspired by the show.

Arcane Skins Could Be 2XKO’s Secret Weapon

Like most fighting games, 2XKO features alternate character skins — and Riot has already confirmed that players will see familiar cosmetics from League of Legends, such as the popular Pool Party line. But the real potential lies in Arcane-inspired skins, such as:

• Fractured Arcane Jinx
• Arcane Brawler Vi (should she join the roster)

While players are excited about these cosmetics, there’s a catch: they’ll likely come at a cost. Riot hasn’t shared pricing details yet, but League of Legends has been under fire in the past for expensive skins and a gacha-style loot system. As a result, 2XKO fans are hoping Riot adopts a more transparent, affordable model.

Still, Arcane-themed skins could be a major moneymaker for the game — adding visual flair to matches while tapping into the show's massive fanbase.

Final Thoughts

With 2XKO, Riot Games is blending the best of League of Legends and Arcane into a fast-paced, stylized fighting experience. Featuring a tight launch roster, beautiful alternate skins, and the possibility of deeper Arcane crossovers, 2XKO is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated fighting games of the year.

Whether you're a League veteran, an Arcane fan, or a fighting game enthusiast, this is one title worth keeping an eye on in 2025.