Riot Confirms More Runeterra Stories Post-Arcane
Although Arcane Season 2 marks the series finale, Riot Games is not ending its tryst with animated series. . The highly anticipated second season of Arcane, set to premiere in a few months, will conclude the tale of Jinx and Vi. However, this is just the beginning. Riot Games, in collaboration with animation studio Fortiche, is developing new projects to spotlight other League of Legends characters. Fans can expect updates on these new ventures by the end of the year.
FURIA Partners with Crunchyroll for My Hero Academia Merchandise
Brazilian esports organization FURIA has teamed up with American streaming service Crunchyroll, the licensor of the popular anime series My Hero Academia, . Set for release in the second half of 2024, the collection will include co-designed T-shirts inspired by FURIA and the anime. Crunchyroll, known for its extensive anime library, will collaborate with FURIA to create the apparel, with the first collection debuting later this year. Additionally, FURIA will showcase a My Hero Academia-themed car at the Red Bull Ladeira Abaixo race. This partnership continues Crunchyroll’s trend of connecting anime with esports, following previous collaborations with Team BDS and TSM.
India’s GamingCon to Debut in Mumbai This November
GamingCon, billed as India’s largest gaming festival, is set to debut at the NESCO Center in Mumbai from November 30 to December 1, 2024. The event will feature over 5,000 square meters of gaming experiences and more than 100 gaming, tech, and lifestyle brands. GamingCon will offer attendees hands-on experiences with the latest games and VR technology, conferences with industry experts, and vibrant cosplay events. The festival aims to unite gamers, influencers, tech enthusiasts, developers, and investors, marking a significant milestone in India’s burgeoning gaming industry.
Nintendo Direct to Reveal Upcoming Switch Games
Nintendo has announced that its June 2024 Nintendo Direct will take place on Tuesday, June 18 at 07:30 PM IST. With the second half of 2024 currently lacking major releases, fans eagerly await significant announcements. Nintendo has confirmed that the event will not mention the rumored Switch successor console, focusing instead on games for the current Switch. The 40-minute presentation is expected to highlight upcoming titles for late 2024, with potential teasers for 2025.
