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Riot Games

Also known as: Riot

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Developer of Valorant

Quick facts

Country
United States
Founded
2006
Website
www.riotgames.com
Industry
International Standard Industrial Classification
Employees
2K
Parent company
Tencent
Headquarters
West Los Angeles

How Riot Games connects to other topics

founded by Marc Merrill
founded by Brandon Beck
is ceo of by Nicolo Laurent
backed by Tencent
is subsidiary of by Hypixel Studios
subsidiary of Tencent
is subsidiary of by Radiant Entertainment
developer of Wild Rift
developer of League of Legends
developer of League of Legends MMO
is works at by Brian Holinka
is works at by Raymond Bartos
is works at by Orlando Salvatore
publisher of Valiant Hero
publisher of VALORANT Champions Tour
publisher of League of Legends Classic
developer of League of Legends Classic
is works at by Arun Rajappa
developer of Arcane
developer of Valorant Mobile

Articles Mentioning Riot Games

Riot Delays Last Hit Indicators in League of Legends Ranked Mode Amid Mixed Fan Response

League of Legends developer Riot has delayed the introduction of "Last Hit Indicators" in ranked mode following a mixed response from the community, citing the need for more data and feedback. The feature, aimed at easing the learning curve for new players, has been available in casual modes for months. Its potential impact on the game's core mechanics sparked a divisive debate among fans.

Jun 28, 2026

Valorant Season 2026 Act 4: Summit Map and Retake Mode Revive Interest

Valorant's Season 2026 Act 4, launching June 24, introduces the dynamic Summit map and the fast-paced Retake 3v3 mode, rekindling interest for players like the author who had grown weary of the game's competitive grind. Summit's innovative droppable walls and reduced rank penalty encourage exploration. Retake's randomized loadouts and simplified objective promise a refreshing twist.

Jun 22, 2026

League of Legends Stays on Current Engine, Overhauls Client

Riot Games confirms League of Legends will not migrate to Unreal Engine like Teamfight Tactics. Instead, the game undergoes a significant client overhaul. The updated client promises improved performance and a modernized user interface, addressing long-standing community grievances.

Jun 14, 2026

League of Legends MMO Gains World of Warcraft Vet Brian Holinka as Principal Game Designer

Riot Games' League of Legends MMO project, announced in December 2020, has bolstered its development team with the addition of Brian Holinka, a veteran of over a decade at Blizzard, where he notably served as lead combat designer on World of Warcraft. This move follows recent hires of other World of Warcraft alumni, underscoring the project's continued development despite the departure of its initial lead, Greg Street. Holinka's expertise is expected to significantly impact the game's combat design.

Jun 2, 2026

League of Legends Stands Firm Against Trend of Third-Party Collaboration Skins

League of Legends is bucking the gaming trend of featuring numerous third-party collaboration skins, citing concerns over altering the game's tone. According to Lead Designer August Browning, introducing such skins would significantly change the game's identity. This stance sets LoL apart from titles like Fortnite and Overwatch, which heavily incorporate crossover content.

May 26, 2026

Riot Defends Valorant's Vanguard Anti-Cheat: "Not Bricking PCs"

Valorant's anti-cheat software, Vanguard, faces criticism after a recent update allegedly caused PC issues for some players, including false bans and system crashes. Riot Games assures that Vanguard does not brick PCs or components, despite initial joking tweets suggesting otherwise. Affected players, including some claiming innocence of cheating, report severe technical troubles.

May 23, 2026

Valorant Mobile to Introduce Battle Replay and More

Valorant gears up to enhance mobile gameplay with exclusive features like Battle Replay, new maps, and a unique training mode.

Sep 11, 2024

Valorant Expands to Consoles, Offering Unique FPS Experience

Riot Games' Valorant debuts on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, promising a distinct tactical FPS gameplay that stands apart from typical hero shooters.

Aug 3, 2024

Valorant Open Beta Hits Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5

Dive into the details of Valorant's open beta on consoles, featuring cross-play between Xbox and PlayStation and shared progression with PC.

Jul 27, 2024

Valorant Patch 7.09: Comprehensive Breakdown and Analysis

Dive into a detailed analysis of Valorant Patch 7.09. Discover key updates to agents like Cypher, Skye, Fade, Raze, and the introduction of Iso, Valorant's newest Duelist.

Nov 2, 2023

Valorant Episode 7 Act 3: In-depth Analysis of New Agent Iso's Abilities

Discover what's new in Valorant Episode 7 Act 3 launching on October 31st. This article delves into the abilities of the 23rd agent, Iso, explaining how his unique skill set functions in the game.

Oct 20, 2023

Top 5 Valorant Skins Used by Pro Players in October 2023

Discover the top Valorant weapon skins that are dominating the pro scene in October 2023. Get detailed insights into why these skins are favored by professionals.

Oct 17, 2023