Developers at Riot Games inadvertently disclosed the launch date for the full release of their free-to-play team fighter 2XKO, which is set in the League of Legends universe. The information appeared ahead of any formal announcement, prompting fans to discuss the timeline on social platforms.
Early access for 2XKO began on PC on October 7, following a two-week closed beta period. At the time, the full launch — including console versions — was generally expected sometime in January 2026.
Observers on social networks noticed that Riot briefly published the exact release date and then removed the posting; given the quick removal, the publish appears to have been premature. Community members who saw the notice circulated the date before it disappeared.
According to the leak that spread among players, 2XKO is slated to exit early access on PC and will also debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on January 20, 2026. If accurate, an official confirmation from Riot should follow soon.
Given the accidental nature of the disclosure, it’s likely Riot intended to reveal the date formally at a later time — possibly as a holiday surprise for the community — but misjudged the timing of the publication.
The game’s combat is played in a 2-on-2 format featuring primary and support fighters. Players can tackle matches solo by controlling both characters or play cooperatively, with a teammate handling the supporting fighter.
Riot has previously outlined a post-launch roadmap for 2026 that includes five content seasons. Each season is expected to introduce a new champion, implement a rank reset, launch a unique battle pass, and bring additional updates and features throughout the year.
The initial observations about the premature publication originated from users on social networks, with Bluesky cited among the platforms where fans discussed the matter. An official announcement from Riot Games is anticipated to clarify the timing and platforms for the full release.