Riot Games says it’s ‘downsizing’ the 2XKO development team, after a disappointing launch

February 10, 2026 - 06:55

Riot Games has announced a significant restructuring of the development team behind its fighting game, 2XKO. The company confirmed it is "downsizing" the group working on the project, framing the move as a strategic shift to refocus efforts with a more streamlined crew.

In an official statement, Riot acknowledged the game's launch did not meet expectations, prompting a reevaluation of its development path. The company emphasized its continued commitment to the title and its community, stating the goal is now to make necessary improvements with "a smaller, focused team." This restructuring suggests a shift in development priorities and resource allocation for the future of the game.

Specific details regarding the number of employees affected or the nature of the planned improvements were not disclosed. The announcement has sparked discussion within the fighting game community, with players expressing a mix of concern for the impacted developers and cautious hope that a more concentrated effort will ultimately benefit the game's quality and longevity. Riot has pledged to share more concrete updates on 2XKO's revised roadmap at a later date.