The 2XKO thread, AKA the Riot fighting game with the really dumb name.

Jocelot · August 4

I figured with the game's first alpha test called Alpha Lab starting this week, it would be a good time to make an official thread for the game.

If you haven't already, you can sign up for the Alpha Lab. Today is the last day to sign up for this specific test, which runs from August 8th to the 19th:

https://alpha.2xko.riotgames.com/en-us/

Known since 2019, the untitled fighting game codenamed Project L is now officially named 2XKO.

Official site:

https://2xko.riotgames.com/en-us/

30ish minutes of hands on impressions from Diaphone at EVO 2024:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVzcaQovvcU

Brief rundown on controls/system mechanics:

Plus the six confirmed characters we have so far:

We still don't know the full roster size and the game is set for launch in 2025. As a big fan of League of Legends I am very stoked for this one!

Edited August 5 by Jocelot

Red Rock Candy · August 8

I just got the email accepting me into the beta and I installed the client. If anyone wants to play this weekend my riot info is Red Rock Candy #9344

Illwill88 · August 8

I got in the beta, how are some people so good already on day 1 lol.

Jocelot · August 9

Ahh I'm happy for you guys. I didn't get in 🥲

Illwill88 · August 9

20 minutes ago, Jocelot said:

Ahh I'm happy for you guys. I didn't get in 🥲

I’ll dm you a invite code, just a heads up anyone who got in got a referral code for one invite.

Sonero · August 9

The hitstop on this game feels weird.

can't put my finger on it but its really weird.

Jocelot · August 9

1 hour ago, Illwill88 said:

I’ll dm you a invite code, just a heads up anyone who got in got a referral code for one invite.

Dude thanks!! I'm installing now!! Wow wasn't expecting an invite at all 😭

Illwill88 · August 9

8 hours ago, Jocelot said:

Dude thanks!! I'm installing now!! Wow wasn't expecting an invite at all 😭

No problem man when I realized I got a referral code I figured I’d give it to somebody here.

Jocelot · August 9

I appreciate it. Man I never wanted to call in sick more than today, I hate everything right now.

But from what I played the game feels really good! I'm running Illaoi Darius right now with Double Down fuse. If anyone wants to hop on tonight n train up or run matches lemme know. I'm down for w/e

Illwill88 · August 9

I’m using yasuo/illaio I was using braum illaoi but switched because everybody was using him.

The game is easy to pick up I’m ready for full release and a full roster. Definitely liking how much freedom in how you play and what “groove/perk” you can choose for your team.

Jocelot · August 10

@Red Rock CandyI tried adding your Riot ID but it kept saying name not found. I dunno what I'm doing wrong.

Also if anyone wants to run some sets and kick my butt for a while I'm down.

My Riot ID is Guy Broman #NA1

Edited August 10 by Jocelot

misterBee · August 10

This game feels like Skullgirls. I don't like it.

I'll play it some on release anyway though.

Jocelot · August 10

I really like Illaoi. She reminds me of Xrd Bedman with using special moves to set up things and then activating those things for mixups/combos.

I switched to Fury Fuse because I'm having a hard time getting the DHC's to connect with the Illaoi, her super 1 feels weird to connect to other supers

Illwill88 · August 10

So much of the game feels familiar to other tag games but there’s also some weirdness with it too in timing and just overall feel. I need to figure out a good button layout as well

Sonero · August 11

So how are you guys enjoying the game so far?

Jocelot · August 11

I'm loving it so far.

misterBee · August 11

On 8/10/2024 at 5:45 PM, Illwill88 said:

So much of the game feels familiar to other tag games but there’s also some weirdness with it too in timing and just overall feel. I need to figure out a good button layout as well

I think the default layout is best. All you need is:

L M H
S1 S2 T

Seems to work fine.

2 hours ago, Jocelot said:

I'm loving it so far.

Filthy MvC3 players...

Jocelot · August 12

I ran a set today of maybe 15 games vs some random player. I only won 1. But in that session I successfully parried Darius S2, S2 AND baited a burst.

I've never successfully baited a burst before. And I've been playing Guilty Gear since 2004. Yup I love this game. Honestly haven't felt this much drive to play since Blazblue and Marvel 3 now that you mention it 😊

Shakunetsu · August 12

What makes you easily turn off on a game that has air combos as primary mechanic?

What game that has regular aircombo that you dislike and what was made it previous title better?

Thanks

Edited August 12 by Shakunetsu

Sonero · August 12

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Jocelot · August 17

I think it's cool the 2XKO devs are willing to share insights like this. It's something Riot likes to do in general so I'm looking forward to hearing more of their retrospective on balance after the lab is over.

And personally I don't think the combo length is too bad right now. Outside of Ahri taking you from corner to corner, weirdly enough. But you can get by doing basic ass confirms since damage is pretty high in general.