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Valorant Cheater Using Evil Tung Tung Tung Sahur Skin Banned After Viral Video Sparks Backlash Against Riot's Anti-Cheat
A Valorant player using a custom 'Evil' Tung Tung Tung Sahur skin has been banned after a viral video showcased their cheating activities. The incident sparked backlash against Riot Games' anti-cheat measures.
League of Legends outlines additional tweaks for classic mode and the proliferation of voice chat to teams
League of Legends is introducing in-game voice chat for all team members, featuring improved noise cancellation and stability, with moderation tied to the honor system. The game will also see several updates to its classic mode, including lighting improvements, better IP and XP rates, and new champion additions.
Wild Rift Patch 7.3 Center Stage adds three champions and chaotic new 3v3v3 mode
League of Legends: Wild Rift's Patch 7.3, titled 'Center Stage,' is set to launch on September 22, introducing three new champions: Hwei, Sylas, and Rek’Sai. The update also features a new 3v3v3 game mode called Rift Rumble, significant gameplay adjustments to minions and Smite, and further refinements to the Ranked system.
Riot Games is considering making premium titles, says co-founder
Riot Games is exploring the development of premium, non-free-to-play titles, according to co-founder Marc Merrill. While the company has found success with free-to-play games like League of Legends and Valorant, Merrill indicated that not every game needs to be free-to-play and that the business model must fit the game's vision. This comes after the discontinuation of their fighting game 2XKO and the winding down of the Riot Forge publishing label.
Riot, after 17 years, finally adds team voice chat to League of Legends
Riot Games has finally added team voice chat to League of Legends after 17 years. This feature allows players to communicate with their entire team in-game.
2XKO patch 1.3.1 notes bring in Lux & close Ranked queues
Riot Games has released patch 1.3.1 for 2XKO, which introduces the new playable character Lux but also marks the closure of Ranked matchmaking as content development winds down. The game's active development is set to cease in December 2026, though servers will remain operational.
League of Legends is finally letting you talk to your entire team
Riot Games is expanding League of Legends' voice chat system to allow team-wide communication, moving beyond limits to premade groups. This feature requires players to reach Honor Level 3 or above for moderation and will initially roll out in North America and Oceania with Patch 26.20. The update also focuses on music for Season 3 Act 2 and introduces voice skins.
Why Casual Gamers Are Drawn to Short, Reward-Heavy Games
This article analyzes the psychological design behind virtual currencies in games like Overwatch 2 and Path of Exile, explaining how they reduce the 'pain of paying' and encourage spending. It contrasts Blizzard's fixed-rate currency with Grinding Gear Games' player-driven orb economy, noting how these models influence player behavior and can extend beyond gaming into other digital products.
Riot MMO's future is 'incredibly bright' despite co-founder likening its development to the grail: 'Many a brave knight are going to die'
Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill expressed confidence in the ongoing development of the company's mysterious MMO, likening the challenging process to an internal 'grail quest.' Despite the project's long development and the recent closure of another Riot game, 2XKO, Merrill believes the future is 'incredibly bright.' However, no specific details regarding a name, release window, or progress were provided.
Riot co-founder doesn't think 2XKO was 'a mistake' but perhaps a tough sell: 'You're not just competing against games, you're competing against everything'
Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill discussed the decision to cease future development on the fighting game 2XKO, stating it was not a mistake but a difficult market to succeed in. He explained that the game struggled to gain sustainable momentum against the overwhelming competition for player attention and time, despite its quality and innovative features. Merrill affirmed that Riot Games remains committed to taking risks and developing new titles, including an unannounced MMO.
The ‘grail’ of building an MMO is a ‘worthy quest,’ Riot Games founder Marc Merrill says
Riot Games founder Marc Merrill expressed the studio's continued dedication to developing its MMORPG, referring to the ambitious project internally as 'The Grail.' He acknowledged the difficulty and risk involved but emphasized the team's commitment to executing their vision and meeting player expectations.
League of Legends MMO is Riot's "Grail quest" and "many a brave knight are going to die," boss says, but fans aren't confident after 2XKO's fate: "Hope this time you don't cancel it"
Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill referred to the long-in-development League of Legends MMO as the studio's "Grail quest," acknowledging the high stakes and potential for failure. However, fan confidence is low due to the recent cancellation of 2XKO and changes to Legends of Runeterra, with many expressing concern that the MMO could also be canceled or lack long-term support.
2XKO wasn't a "mistake," Riot's Marc Merrill says. "We delivered a game that took risks"
Riot Games Co-Founder Marc Merrill stated that 2XKO was not a mistake, but a game that took risks, despite its development ending. He acknowledged the challenges of the fighting game market and the difficulty of sustaining live service titles in a competitive landscape. While 2XKO did not achieve critical mass, Merrill expressed pride in the team's effort and commitment to taking big swings with future projects.
"Many a brave knight are going to die" - Riot Games head Marc Merrill speaks on in-development MMO after 2XKO's untimely demise
Riot Games CPO Marc Merrill discussed the studio's in-development MMO, calling it "the grail" despite the recent shutdown of its fighting game 2XKO. While Merrill expressed optimism and commitment to the ambitious project, public sentiment is skeptical due to 2XKO's short lifespan and other Riot Games live service titles facing similar fates.
Riot Co-Founder Calls League of Legends MMO the 'Grail' Quest, 5 Years After It Was Announced
Riot Games co-founder Mark Merrill described the studio's long-in-development MMO, based on the League of Legends universe, as its "grail quest." The project was first announced approximately five years ago.
Riot Games knows its MMO is a big risk. "But f*** it, it's The Grail, so let's go."
Riot Games is proceeding with its ambitious MMORPG project, acknowledging the genre's high failure rate and calling the endeavor 'The Grail.' Despite a recent project reset and the cancellation of its fighter 2XKO due to sustainability concerns, studio co-founder Marc Merrill expressed confidence in the team's ability to execute and deliver a worthy experience.
Fall’s Video Game Release Slate Is Intimidatingly Good And Completely Doomed
The Fall 2026 video game release schedule is packed with highly anticipated titles, but this glut is predicted to cause a 'bloodbath' in the industry. Intense competition for consumer dollars and a worsening global economy are expected to lead to significant underperformance, layoffs, and potential studio closures, particularly for smaller developers. Even major publishers may struggle to navigate the crowded market, with few likely to emerge unscathed.
Inside Tencent's long-term strategy: live service, AI tools, and evergreen titles
Tencent's long-term strategy for its global games division centers on building sustainable communities through live service titles and evergreen IPs, alongside investing in high-quality talent and synergistic partnerships. The company is also embracing AI as a tool to enhance developer efficiency and iteration, rather than replace human roles, while navigating challenges in global integration and outsourcing.
League Classic patch 3 is its "biggest yet," with five new champions
Riot Games has announced that League of Legends Classic patch 3 will be its largest update yet, introducing five new champions: Fiora, Galio, Poppy, Shyvana, and Xin Zhao. Game Designer David 'Phreak' Turley stated that these champions will feature their older, distinct kits from earlier seasons. The patch also includes balance adjustments for existing champions and is expected to release on Wednesday, September 9.
The Blood of Dawnwalker review: Protect ya neck
The Blood of Dawnwalker from Rebel Wolves offers an ambitious take on the action RPG genre, blending vampire themes with a narrative structure that emphasizes player choice and consequence. Despite some frustrating combat and movement issues, the game's engaging story, strong voice acting, and impactful decisions make it a compelling experience.
