Riot Games‘ free-to-play 2v2 fighting game has just released onto Xbox Series X|S, PC and PlayStation 5, and to celebrate the launch, there’s lots of new content to explore. Season 1 brings both a new champion, and seasonal progression to the game – so let’s find out what’s what as 2XKO is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC and PlayStation 5.
About 2XKO Season 1
Per the team at Riot Games “2XKO is a free-to-play fighting game with explosive 2v2 gameplay and fast, intuitive controls. Play solo to control both champions on your team, or grab a friend to duo with.”
- Season 1 content includes:
- A new champion, Caitlyn, available at launch with free unlock options through a limited-time recruitment event.
- Cross-play and cross-progression across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
- A tiered Season 1 Battle Pass, featuring a free track and multiple premium options with earnable cosmetics and progression rewards.
- Arcade, a mythic-tier seasonal skin line and Season 1 thematic.
- Frame Perfect, a competitive-themed skin line available throughout the season that shares a portion of proceeds with tournament organizers worldwide through prize pool and event production funding.
- Unlocked content – including champions, skins, and progression rewards – is shared across platforms. Console players can also earn content from Early Access and Season 0.
- Weekly mission and store resets every Thursday, setting players up for Weekend Warmup and ongoing competitive play.
The first major in 2XKO‘s 2026 competitive structure begins with the launch of ‘Frosty Faustings XVIII‘ – coinciding with the start of Season 1.
How do you feel about 2XKO? Let us know in the XboxEra Forums or make some noise in the lively XboxEra Community Discord Server. If you’re looking to be a bigger part of an amazing community, then either choice is a good one!
