Riot Games, known for League of Legends and Valorant, has reportedly cancelled a new game set in the LoL universe. This comes amid a big year for Valorant, which is expanding to consoles, and exciting plans for 2024. However, Riot's unannounced project, "Pool Party," a melee-like platform fighter inspired by Smash Bros., has been shelved.

Key Details:

  • Cancelled Project: Pool Party, a platform fighter in the League of Legends universe.
  • Development Team: Around 70-80 employees were involved, with half reassigned within Riot.
  • Reason for Cancellation: Perceived failure of similar game MultiVersus and frustrating development changes.

 

Upcoming Projects:

  • Valorant: Expanding to PS5 and Xbox consoles this fall.
  • League of Legends Projects: Includes a future MMO and the Project L fighter set for a 2025 release.

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