Riot Games has published the Season 0 patch notes for its 2v2 fighting game 2XKO. The notes cover patches 1.0.1 and 1.0.1.1, outlining new champions, the introduction of ranked play, balance changes, two new stages, and the in-game store and Battle Pass setup. The summary sections below provide a concise overview of the changes. The full patch notes can also be found below.
What changed in Season 0
Champions
Season 0 adds two playable characters to the roster. One is the Yordle Teemo, and the other is Warwick, who brings a resource called Bloodlust that unlocks special options when filled. Riot said new champions will arrive each season and can be obtained through KO Points, Champion Tokens, or Battle Pass bundles. Some characters can be earned through Recruitment Events in regular seasons, though Recruitment Events will not run during Season 0.
Gameplay and modes
Ranked mode launches with patch 1.0.1.1. Queue times will be longer than in the Closed Beta to help maintain quality, and reaching Challenger will be more challenging as a result. Training features have been expanded: First Step missions teach basics, Combo Trials offers more than 250 practice combos, and Training mode now includes a frame data bar for close study.
Stages, store and cosmetics
Two new stages arrive in Season 0: Bandlewood Crossing and Firelight Run. The game will open its in-game store for Early Access, with a free and premium Battle Pass track. Premium finishers come in Standard, Deluxe, and Ultra tiers, and three Starter Edition packs will offer different bundles of Champion Tokens, KO Points and cosmetics. Riot also outlined three Mega Bundle release dates through December.
Patch Notes
Riot Games has released its latest patch notes for its 2v2 fighting game, 2XKO, following the launch of Early Access and Season 0. The post details everything coming with patches 1.0.1 and 1.0.1.1, including new champions, balance changes, new stages, and more.
New Champions
The post details the two new champions coming to the active roster. This includes the Yordle, Teemo, and the recently revealed eleventh champion, Warwick, who featured in 2XKO’s cinematic trailer. Warwick boasts a unique resource called Bloodlust, gaining unique specials and cancel options when the gauge is full. Riot Games also shared that new champions will be added with every season. They can be unlocked through a 1,000 KO Point purchase in the store, redeemed for one Champion Token, or by purchasing the Ultra Battle Pass bundle.
New characters can also be unlocked for free through Recruitment Events in exchange for Battle Pass XP. However, Season 0 will not feature a Recruitment Event.
New Features
Season 0 will also bring in a series of new features to the League of Legends spin-off FGC title. Players can kickstart their 2XKO journey with the First Step missions, which grant in-game rewards for learning the basics. Combo Trials allows players to practice combos for each champion, with over 250 combos to choose from. Additionally, the Training mode will include a new frame data bar for further study.
Two new stages will be added to the game, themed after different regions of Runeterra. Season 0 brings Bandlewood Crossing, purchased through the Stages section, and Firelight Run, a paid reward on the Battle Pass. Players who previously participated in the Closed Beta will receive the exclusive ‘Closed Beta Boss’ title.
2XKO Patch 1.0.1.1
2XKO’s official ranked mode launches with the release of Patch 1.0.1.1 on October 9th, 2025. Queue times will be increased compared to the Closed Beta to allow for more balanced matches, and as a result, reaching the Challenger rank will prove more difficult.
Various gameplay changes will also be implemented with the launch of Early Access.
- Actions can be taken mid-air after blocking.
- Frame adjustments have been made to moves such as opponent recovery from a Break
- Input changes have been made to Retreating Guard.
- Assist cooldowns start much sooner after champions leave the screen
- Various bug fixes.
Patch 1.0.1.1 will also introduce a second wave of changes on October 9th, making Break less advantageous, reducing Meter gain, and preventing Handshake Tag from blocking gray health accumulation. Other core moves in the game, such as 2X assists, Double Down, Juggernaut, and Sidekick, will also be nerfed in Season 0.
Champion Balance Adjustments
With the launch of Early Access, 2XKO has 11 playable champions to choose from with unique playstyles and move sets. Riot Games has shared the buffs, nerfs, and adjustments coming to the roster, with another set of changes scheduled for October 9th.
Ekko, Jinx, and Yasuo will be nerfed, while Ahri, Braum, Darius, and Vi will be buffed. Blitzcrank and Illaoi will also receive adjustments to the behavior of certain moves, alongside several bug fixes.
New Cosmetics
2XKO will open its in-game store for the first time during Early Access, allowing players to make purchases on Battle Passes and skin bundles. The Battle Pass will come with a free and premium track, with the latter offering Standard, Deluxe and Ultra options. Rewards in the pass can be unlocked through earning XP, which can be accumulated through completing in-game missions.
Players can also choose one of three Starter Edition packs, including Standard, Deluxe and Ultra. Standard includes four Champion Tokens, 2,000 KO Points and a player car; Deluxe offers an Arcane finisher, eight tokens, three sets of avatar clothing, and even more KO Points; Ultra includes three Arcane skins alongside chromas, an Arcane sticker set, and additional KO Points.
Various skin bundles will also be available to earn throughout Season:
- Crime City Mega Bundle (November 4th) – Jinx, Darius, and Braum.
- Aureate Mega Bundle (December 2nd) – Warwick, Vi, and Darius.
- Snow Moon Mega Bundle (December 23rd) – Ahri, Warwick, and Illaoi.
Skins can also be purchased individually, but buying Mega Bundles will also net players with additional content. Share your thoughts on how these changes affect Season 0 and which adjustments matter most to competitive and casual players. Follow us on X, Bluesky and subscribe on YouTube.
