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Riot Games has revealed Riftbound: Unleashed, the third expansion for the Riftbound: League of Legends trading card game. The set launches in China on April 10, 2026, and in English-speaking regions on May 8, 2026, featuring over 220 cards and more than 30 alternate arts.

March 10, 2026 Reported by AI

Riot Games has released a mysterious teaser video for Valorant, hinting at a new playable agent in an upcoming update. The teaser coincides with the announcement of a remix track by Zedd and BUNT. Community members are speculating about the next character reveal.

Hytale, the long-awaited Minecraft-inspired sandbox game, has finally entered early access on PC following a dramatic revival. After being canceled by Riot Games in 2025, Hypixel Studios reacquired the project and secured funding through pre-orders. The launch has seen strong initial success, with nearly 3 million players and top Twitch viewership.

January 12, 2026 Reported by AI

Developer Hypixel Studios has announced that pre-purchases of its upcoming Minecraft-like game Hytale have already covered the costs for the next two years of development. The game, revived after cancellation by Riot Games, is set for early access release on January 13. Founder Simon Collins-Laflamme expects over a million players on launch day.

Riot Games has responded to early reports on its League Next project, confirming a 2027 overhaul for League of Legends that modernizes the client, visuals, and gameplay—without creating a sequel.

December 18, 2025 Reported by AI

Riot Games is undertaking a major overhaul of League of Legends, internally dubbed League Next, set for release in 2027. This project represents the most significant update to the game since its launch, focusing on technical and visual improvements without creating a sequel. Executives confirmed it is an enhancement to the existing title amid concerns over the game's aging infrastructure.