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2XKO's shutdown has me feeling glum about Riot's future MMO

22 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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22 August 2026

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Riot Games has shut down its fighting game 2XKO less than a year after launch, laying off about 80 developers, raising doubts about the company's patience and commitment to developing its upcoming MMO, given the high cost and long development cycles typical of MMOs.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Gaming.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Riot's quick shutdown of 2XKO warns you that MMOs need long-term investment and patience to succeed, not rapid cuts after launch. If you build MMOs, prepare for a market where survival depends on steady support, not fast returns.

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