Riot Games, the renowned game developer, and publisher, has recently unveiled “Soul Fighter,” an exciting cross-game summer event that will captivate players of League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, League of Legends: Wild Rift, and Legends of Runeterra. This six-week event aims to bring the exhilarating essence of fighting games to the world of Runeterra, offering a multitude of in-game content, including new game modes, champions, skins, cosmetics, and more. Soul Fighter is scheduled to commence globally on Thursday, July 20th and will conclude on Monday, August 28th.
An Immersive Universe: Tournament of Souls
Soul Fighter transports players to an alternate universe, immersing them in a vibrant and diverse world where competitors engage in intense combat on the grandest stage known as the “Tournament of Souls.” Hosted by the enigmatic God’s Eye, this tournament features extraordinary fighters showcasing their exceptional abilities, battling relentlessly until only one victor remains.
Andrei van Roon, Head of League Studio, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We’re really excited for the range of different experiences across the League of Legends ecosystem that make up the Soul Fighter event. Arena, Soul Brawl, and Tag Duel will let players experience League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, and Wild Rift, respectively, in new ways that we think bring something really fresh to the table. We can’t wait to see what players think once they get their hands on them.”
League of Legends: A Multitude of Engaging Content
As the world’s most-played PC MOBA, “League of Legends” will introduce a new game mode called “Arena” during the Soul Fighter event. In this mode, four teams of two players each will engage in rotating combat rounds, with unique Augments empowering the surviving team after each round. Battles will unfold across various battlefields, each distinguished by size, terrain density, and theme. Additionally, “League of Legends” will welcome 12 new Soul Fighter skins, including the Ultimate skin for Samira, a brand new champion named Naafiri the Hound of a Hundred Bites, an in-client metagame experience called “Tournament of Souls,” and more.
Teamfight Tactics: A Blend of Strategy and Narrative
The leading auto-battler game, “Teamfight Tactics,” will feature the new game mode “Soul Brawl” as part of the Soul Fighter event. This temporary mode consists of a Training phase, where players compete for Soul Power to strengthen their Soul Crown and gain additional loot options, and a Tournament phase, where participants face elimination in a best-of-three bracket tournament. Alongside the game mode, players will enjoy an in-client narrative experience named “The Choncc Dome,” marking the first time a TFT in-client experience has been brought to mobile platforms. New Tacticians, an Event Pass, and exclusive cosmetics will further enhance the player’s experience.
League of Legends: Wild Rift: Mobile MOBA Intensity
“League of Legends: Wild Rift” will introduce the “Tag Duel” game mode, designed exclusively for the mobile MOBA experience. In Tag Duel, players engage in one-on-one combat, selecting three champions who can be seamlessly swapped between when off cooldown, enabling thrilling combos that were previously only possible with teammates. The first player to achieve four kills emerges as the victor. The event also brings six new Soul Fighter skins, the in-client narrative experience set within the world of Soul Fighter, and an original story focusing on Draven and Yasuo as they participate in the Tournament of Souls and venture into the Lands Beyond. Players will progress through a visual novel-style narrative, accompanied by minigame combat that tests their speed and accuracy. As players engage in matches of Wild Rift, they earn tokens that unlock rewards in the event shop and grant access to Arcade Mode, where they can partake in a series of minigames featuring their favorite Soul Fighter champions. An exclusive emote and other exciting bonuses await players who delve into this immersive experience.
Legends of Runeterra: Card Game Extravaganza
The critically acclaimed digital card game, “Legends of Runeterra,” will not be left out of the Soul Fighter event. Players can look forward to a variety of new content, including Soul Fighter-themed skins for Nidalee, Viego, Sett, Samira, Jhin, Gwen, Pyke, and Evelynn. Additionally, a new event pass will be available, offering players the opportunity to earn emotes, cardbacks, and other enticing cosmetics to enhance their gameplay experience.
Supporting a Worthy Cause
During the duration of the Soul Fighter event, Riot Games will contribute 20% of the proceeds from the sales of Soul Fighter Samira, the Soul Fighter Event Pass, and all related bundle sales in “League of Legends” to the Riot Games Social Impact Fund. This fund, sponsored by ImpactAssets, supports various charitable causes. By participating in the event and making purchases, players not only immerse themselves in exciting gameplay but also contribute to a meaningful endeavor.
Soul Fighter: Fight Night
To celebrate the launch of the Soul Fighter event, Riot Games will host Soul Fighter: Fight Night, an electrifying broadcast experience. Sixteen prominent content creators will compete both in-game and in-person for the prestigious title of Fight Night Champion. This event, taking place in Los Angeles, California, will be livestreamed on Twitch on Monday, July 17th at 6:00 PM PT. Further details regarding this thrilling competition will be shared on Riot Games’ official channels, ensuring that fans don’t miss out on the intense action.
With the announcement of Soul Fighter, Riot Games has set the stage for an incredible cross-game summer event. Players across “League of Legends,” “Teamfight Tactics,” “League of Legends: Wild Rift,” and “Legends of Runeterra” can look forward to an array of engaging content, from new game modes and champions to skins, narrative experiences, and more. As the Tournament of Souls unfolds in the colorful world of Runeterra, players will have the chance to prove their skills and immerse themselves in the adrenaline-fueled excitement of Soul Fighter. Mark your calendars for July 20th, when this extraordinary event begins its six-week run, promising an unforgettable experience for all.
