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2XKO
2XKO is a 2v2 fighting game featuring the iconic characters from Arcane and League of Legends.
Razer announcing the first licensed peripherals for Riot’s 2XKO caught my attention for two reasons. One, it drops day-and-date with the game’s Early Access on PC, which tells me Riot wants an ecosystem ready from the jump. Two, the star of the lineup is a 2XKO-branded Razer Kitsune-a leverless arcade controller that’s already reshaped modern fighting games. If you’ve followed Project L’s evolution into 2XKO, you know Riot’s aiming to blend F2P accessibility with legit competitive depth. Putting Razer front and center at EVO France 2025 is a clear “we’re serious” to the fighting game community.
The collection launches alongside 2XKO’s Early Access on Windows PC and includes three pieces: the Razer Kitsune – 2XKO Edition, the BlackShark V3 Pro – 2XKO Edition, and the Iskur V2 X – 2XKO Edition. The pitch is familiar-“engineered for performance, precision and style”—but the practical story is simpler. These are proven Razer products dressed in champion-inspired art. That’s not a dig; it’s actually what you want for competitive gear: reliable internals, tournament-friendly design, and a look that matches your main.
The Kitsune is the headliner. Leverless (a.k.a. all-button) controllers have been dominating in Street Fighter 6 and pulling serious interest in Tekken 8 thanks to clean inputs, tight dashes, and low travel time. Razer’s Kitsune is thin, backpack-friendly, and uses optical switches that feel crisp and consistent. It’s a strong option for long sets and travel days—the exact lifestyle a 2v2 tag fighter will encourage when the team meta takes hold. There’s no mention here of platform compatibility for the 2XKO Edition, so if you’re planning to play beyond PC, double-check support before pre-ordering.
The BlackShark V3 Pro is a solid wireless esports headset with comfortable clamps and clear mids, plus ANC and spatial audio. Fighters don’t really need 7.1 magic, but noise isolation at loud venues helps. Latency-wise, modern 2.4 GHz gaming headsets are fine for audio cues, though wired will always be safest if you’re paranoid about delay. The chair? The Iskur V2 X looks the part and has lumbar support and dense foam. It’s great for grinding lab time at home—but let’s be real, no one’s checking in a $400 chair at their locals.
Riot partnering with Razer before 2XKO even fully launches is a culture play. Valorant’s rise taught Riot the value of an ecosystem that spans esports, creators, and hardware partners. Doing this now tells tournaments and sponsors that 2XKO intends to live on main stages, not side brackets. EVO France isn’t Vegas, but it’s still a legit platform to put hardware in players’ hands and on broadcast desks. If we start seeing sponsored setups and casters using Razer’s 2XKO gear on stream, expect the look to normalize fast.
One thing to watch: leverless legality and SOCD rules. Over the past two years, major organizers have converged on standardized SOCD cleaning that eliminates “left+right” and “up+down” conflicts. The Kitsune line has been compliant under current rulesets, but every event is different. If you’re traveling, always read the tournament policies. Razer knows this dance—and Riot will want a clean, drama-free input landscape—so I’d expect the 2XKO Edition to follow established guidelines.
Value-wise, the Kitsune – 2XKO Edition at $329.99 sits at the premium end alongside Hit Box and Snackbox Micro builds. You’re paying for a slick, slim chassis, optical buttons, and official 2XKO branding. If you already own a leverless you love, this is a cosmetic upgrade. If you’re entering the genre with 2XKO, it’s a long-term buy that will carry across games—just verify platform compatibility if you plan to play on future consoles or multiple systems.
The BlackShark V3 Pro at $269.99 is overkill for some fighters, but great if you play across genres, stream, or just want excellent comfort for long sessions. ANC helps in noisy houses and venues, and the mic clarity is solid for comms in 2v2. Spatial audio is more about immersion than competitive advantage in a fighter, so treat it as a bonus, not a must-have.
The Iskur V2 X at $399.99+/€479.99 is a lifestyle pick. If you’ve been grinding on a budget chair and your back is screaming, an ergonomic upgrade is absolutely “tech.” But it’s not going to shave frames off your startup. Prioritize your controller and your monitor first; then worry about the throne.
Finally, timing matters. Launching alongside Early Access puts physical merch in the conversation while players learn the game. It won’t fix balance, netcode, or matchmaking, but it strengthens the sense that 2XKO is more than a beta—it’s the beginning of a competitive runway. If pros and influencers pick up the Kitsune 2XKO on stream, expect these designs to become part of the scene’s identity.
I’m more excited about what this signals than the skins themselves. If Riot keeps investing in the FGC with real support—strong netcode, meaningful tournament partnerships, good onboarding—2XKO can land with both casuals and competitors. The Razer collab doesn’t guarantee any of that, but it shows intent. Now we see if the community embraces the hardware the same way they embraced leverless in SF6: not because it looks cool, but because it helps them win.
Razer’s 2XKO collection is mostly proven gear in fresh clothes, headlined by a genuinely competitive leverless controller. Prices are premium, the vibes are strong, and the message is clear: Riot wants 2XKO to feel like a real esport from day one. Check compatibility, know your priorities, and buy the controller first.
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