Riot Forge Announces Release Date for CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story on Nintendo Switch
Riot Forge, the publishing arm of Riot Games, has officially confirmed the global release date for CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story.
The highly anticipated story-driven action-platformer is now set to debut on the Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop on May 23, 2023. Developed by Double Stallion Games—well-known for their distinctive anime-inspired 2D combat racer Speed Brawl—CONVERGENCE brings the League of Legends universe to single-player console audiences in a fresh new format.
This release marks a significant milestone for both Riot Games and Nintendo Switch players eager to experience Zaun through the eyes of one of its most inventive champions, Ekko. Set in the vibrant, industrial city of Zaun, CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story places you in the role of young inventor Ekko.
Leveraging his inventive prowess, Ekko wields a unique time-manipulation device that enables players to rewind past events and strategically plan for upcoming challenges.
The gameplay is rooted in parkour-inspired traversal and fluid combat, inviting players to master precise timing and positioning in order to conquer the dangers of Zaun’s underbelly. According to Double Stallion Games, the core mechanics of CONVERGENCE allow players to, "control time using Ekko’s Zero Drive, enabling them to adapt and rethink their strategies on the fly." This dynamic system not only enriches the game’s fast-paced platforming but also offers a deeper connection to Ekko’s lore within the League of Legends universe. In addition to its innovative gameplay, CONVERGENCE showcases an atmospheric journey through the Undercity of Zaun.
Players can explore new, never-before-seen areas, interact with champions from the wider League of Legends cast, and unlock powerful new abilities as progression unfolds.
Notably, encounters with iconic characters from the franchise are reimagined, providing fresh challenges and adding narrative depth. Riot Forge has emphasized that CONVERGENCE is more than just a spin-off.
It’s a standalone adventure designed to resonate with longtime League fans as well as newcomers experiencing Zaun and Ekko’s story for the first time on the Nintendo Switch.
The release of CONVERGENCE adds further diversity to the Switch’s ever-expanding eShop lineup and showcases Riot Forge’s continued commitment to broadening its gaming universe beyond the PC. CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story launches digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide on May 23, 2023.
For seasoned League veterans and fans of 2D action-platformers, this title promises a compelling blend of narrative, action, and innovation.
The highly anticipated story-driven action-platformer is now set to debut on the Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop on May 23, 2023. Developed by Double Stallion Games—well-known for their distinctive anime-inspired 2D combat racer Speed Brawl—CONVERGENCE brings the League of Legends universe to single-player console audiences in a fresh new format.
This release marks a significant milestone for both Riot Games and Nintendo Switch players eager to experience Zaun through the eyes of one of its most inventive champions, Ekko. Set in the vibrant, industrial city of Zaun, CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story places you in the role of young inventor Ekko.
Leveraging his inventive prowess, Ekko wields a unique time-manipulation device that enables players to rewind past events and strategically plan for upcoming challenges.
The gameplay is rooted in parkour-inspired traversal and fluid combat, inviting players to master precise timing and positioning in order to conquer the dangers of Zaun’s underbelly. According to Double Stallion Games, the core mechanics of CONVERGENCE allow players to, "control time using Ekko’s Zero Drive, enabling them to adapt and rethink their strategies on the fly." This dynamic system not only enriches the game’s fast-paced platforming but also offers a deeper connection to Ekko’s lore within the League of Legends universe. In addition to its innovative gameplay, CONVERGENCE showcases an atmospheric journey through the Undercity of Zaun.
Players can explore new, never-before-seen areas, interact with champions from the wider League of Legends cast, and unlock powerful new abilities as progression unfolds.
Notably, encounters with iconic characters from the franchise are reimagined, providing fresh challenges and adding narrative depth. Riot Forge has emphasized that CONVERGENCE is more than just a spin-off.
It’s a standalone adventure designed to resonate with longtime League fans as well as newcomers experiencing Zaun and Ekko’s story for the first time on the Nintendo Switch.
The release of CONVERGENCE adds further diversity to the Switch’s ever-expanding eShop lineup and showcases Riot Forge’s continued commitment to broadening its gaming universe beyond the PC. CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story launches digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide on May 23, 2023.
For seasoned League veterans and fans of 2D action-platformers, this title promises a compelling blend of narrative, action, and innovation.
