Riot Forge is set to release its newest story in the League of Legends universe, Convergence, on May 23. The 2D action-platformer will star Ekko, a standout champion from the Netflix series Arcane, as he navigates the large undercity region of Runeterra known as Zaun. The game features cartoon-like animation and showcases time-manipulation abilities that will aid Ekko in his adventure. Double Stallion Games, which has previously released two 2D action-brawlers, including Speed Brawl and Big Action Mega Fight, is developing Convergence for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Convergence Announcement at The Game Awards 2019
Convergence was first revealed along with Ruined King, a turn-based RPG, at The Game Awards in 2019, but the game went dark until earlier this year when Riot Forge announced its plans for both Convergence and Song of Nunu, a 3D platformer game, in 2023. Convergence is the latest standalone expansion to the League of Legends universe, joining previous games such as Ruined King, Hextech Mayhem, and The Mageseeker.
Story Trailer Featuring Ekko
The story trailer for Convergence features Ekko, a boy genius with the power to manipulate time, as he navigates the undercity of Zaun. The trailer shows off the game’s cartoon-like animation, which is a departure from the typically realistic 3D animation of the League of Legends world. The trailer also showcases some of the time-manipulation abilities that will aid Ekko in the game.
Gameplay Features
Convergence is a 2D action-platformer that will have players exploring the dangerous undercity of Zaun. The game will feature side-scrolling levels with platforming challenges and enemies to defeat. As Ekko, players will have the ability to manipulate time to solve puzzles and overcome various obstacles. The game will also feature upgrades to Ekko’s abilities and combat moves, adding depth to the gameplay.
Platforms and Availability
Convergence will be available for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC on May 23. In addition to Convergence, Riot Forge has also announced Song of Nunu, a 3D platformer game set to release in 2023.
Riot Forge and Double Stallion Games
Riot Forge is a publisher that aims to expand the League of Legends universe by partnering with third-party studios to create stand-alone games in the League of Legends world. Double Stallion Games is one of the studios Riot Forge has partnered with and has previously released two other 2D action-brawlers. Convergence marks the first League of Legends game developed by Double Stallion Games.
Conclusion
Convergence, the latest addition to the League of Legends universe, will follow the adventures of Ekko as he navigates the undercity of Zaun. The game features cartoon-like animation, time-manipulation abilities, and side-scrolling levels, adding to the depth of the game’s platforming and puzzle-solving aspects. Convergence is set to release on May 23 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, marking Double Stallion Games’ first venture into the League of Legends universe.
