2XKO: Riot’s New Fighter Hits Consoles This January
▼ Summary
– The fighting game 2XKO, originally known as Project L, is scheduled for release on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in January 2026.
– Season 1 will launch simultaneously across all platforms, introducing a new champion, extended progression, and a catch-up mechanic for console players.
– All players will have access to unlocked content like champions and skins, with rewards carrying over from the PC early access period.
– Season 1 introduces the Frame Perfect skin, with Riot donating a portion of its proceeds to support tournament organizers and prize pools.
– Riot also announced the 2026 Competitive Series, a global program featuring 20 official events, including 5 Majors, starting January 29.
The highly anticipated fighting game 2XKO, originally known as Project L, finally has a confirmed release window for consoles. Riot Games has announced that the title will launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in January 2026, coinciding with the start of the game’s first official season. This marks a significant milestone for a project that began its life years ago following Riot’s acquisition of Radiant Entertainment, the studio behind the technically impressive fighter Rising Thunder.
While the game has been available in an early access state on PC since October, the console launch will bring the full Season 1 experience to a wider audience. This season introduces a new champion and an extended progression system. Crucially, Riot has confirmed that all unlocked content from the PC early access period, including champions, skins, and mastery rewards, will be accessible to console players. A dedicated catch-up mechanic will be implemented to ensure these players can earn that content without being at a disadvantage.
The launch season also brings new initiatives to bolster the game’s competitive scene. A special skin called Frame Perfect will be released, with Riot pledging to donate a portion of its proceeds directly to tournament organizers. This funding is intended to support prize pools and production costs for community events. Alongside this, Riot unveiled the 2026 Competitive Series, a global program built in partnership with tournament organizers. This series will feature 20 official Riot-sanctioned events, including five major tournaments, with the first competition scheduled to begin on January 29, 2026.
The journey for console players officially begins when 2XKO arrives on PlayStation and Xbox platforms next January. The synchronized start of Season 1 across all platforms ensures a unified community and a fresh competitive landscape from day one, setting the stage for Riot’s ambitious entry into the fighting game genre.
(Source: Games Informer)
