2XKO is a competitive fighting game developed by Riot Games. It features a unique 2v2 setup where players select two champions to alternate between, perform combos, and defend against opponents in a dynamic combat environment. To claim victory, you’ll need to defeat both opponents in two out of three rounds, which emphasizes the importance of a well-structured team composition.

The current selection of champions from League of Legends available in the game is quite impressive. This guide details all the champions currently featured in 2XKO and provides information on how to unlock them, whether you choose to play solo or duo.

Unlocking Characters in 2XKO

In the current early access phase of 2XKO, there are approximately 11 champions available, with more to be introduced later. Each champion boasts an extensive move set, including special abilities, ultimates, unique techniques, and assists. Detailed information about these moves can be found in their Champion Profile, which also includes various skins, taunts, and finishers for added excitement.

To unlock a champion in 2XKO, you will need one of the following:

KO Points are the premium currency for the game, which can only be acquired from the in-game shop. Conversely, Champion Tokens can also be purchased, but a few tokens can be obtained without cost by completing the Play First Fight and 12 First Steps tutorials.

For those playing free-to-play, the most effective method for acquiring champions is by accumulating Green Credits. These can be earned through daily and weekly missions or casual matches. Winning a single casual match rewards you with 20 Green Credits, allowing consistent players to obtain new champions without any financial investment, albeit requiring substantial game time.

A useful strategy is to be selective when deciding which characters to use your free Champion Tokens on.

All Characters in 2XKO

Ahri – The Nine-Tailed Fox

Ahri is the free character unlocked upon completing the tutorial in 2XKO. She takes on a human-like fox form, with moves reflecting this design, such as Foxfire Blast, Wild Flares, and Spirit Rush.

Her ultimate attack, Orb of Deception, combines her deceptive capabilities with her powerful strikes, supported by her Hyper Spirit Rush and Charm ultimates. Her battle style is characterized as Rushdown, making her a strong choice for aggressive gameplay.

Blitzcrank – The Great Steam Golem

Blitzcrank is a locked champion. Originally created for trash collection, he now excels in direct combat with moves such as Rocket Grab, Rocket Punch, and Spinning Turbine, making him effective at short range.

His ultimate, Static Field, allows him to leap into the sky and deliver a devastating electric shock, while Trash Compactor crashes down onto foes. His assist moves are impressive, with Static Field Assist being particularly potent. Blitzcrank’s archetype is Grappler.

Braum – The Heart of the Fareljord

Braum is a free fighter inspired by Viking culture. From the frigid region of Freljord, he is known for his protective nature.

His combat style is primarily defensive with abilities like Winter’s Bite, Battering Ram, and Stand Behind Me. He can also deliver heavy hits with Iceborn Smash, Shattering Spires, and The Great Swing. His ultimate, Snax Time, inflicts significant damage, and he can support your main fighter using the Glacial Fissure Assist. His archetype is identified as Bruiser.

Darius – The Hand of Noxus

Darius is a free character suitable for mid-range combat. Armed with an impressive sword, he utilizes abilities like Apprehend, Coward’s Bane, and Salted Earth to keep adversaries on their toes.

His ultimate abilities, such as Noxian Revolution, Noxian Might, and Noxian Guillotine, pack a significant punch, while his assists might be less impactful but still effective. Darius is categorized as an All-Rounder for his balanced approach to both offense and defense.

Ekko – The Boy Who Shattered Time

Ekko is a free-to-play champion with a talent for inventing gadgets. He fights using his clever mechanisms and abilities like Timewinder, Phase Dive, and Chronostrike.

His ultimate moves introduce chaos; Attempt allows him to manipulate time, dodging hits while counterattacking, while Tangled Timeline generates afterimages to confuse foes and deal substantial damage. As a secondary champion, he can dash forward and launch projectiles, but he truly excels when played as a main character. His archetype is classified as Mix-Up.

Illaoi – The Kraken Priestess

Illaoi is yet another free combatant accessible after the tutorial. This ancient champion channels kraken tentacles to smash opponents while wielding a powerful totem for melee attacks. Her close-quarter abilities include Faith in Motion, Guiding Hand, and Serpent’s Tongue, while Prayer in Stagnation and From the Depths can inflict damage at range.

Her ultimate, Test of Spirit, is particularly hazardous for enemies, and she’s effective as a side fighter with the Wrath of Nagakabouros Assist. Like Braum, her archetype is Bruiser.

Jinx – The Loose Cannon

Jinx is a locked fighter who thrives on utilizing artillery, explosives, and traps during skirmishes. Her flashy moves include Pow Pow Up-Up!, Fishbones, and Zap. Her true strength emerges in her ultimate attacks such as Zaaaapp! and Super Mega Death Rocket Monkey Cannon!

She excels at ranged combat, using her firearms and explosive devices while maintaining distance from her foes. With an archetype of Zoner, she’s particularly adept at keeping adversaries at bay.

Teemo – The Swift Scout

Teemo is the third character in 2XKO that’s locked behind a paywall. He is a small creature and one of the only two non-human champs in the game, known for being a stealthy scout and a tricky ranged attacker with abilities like Guerrilla Tactics and Noxious Trap.

His ultimate techniques feature shooting darts and deploying mushroom bombs when enemies least expect them. Teemo makes an effective team member due to his Noxious Sweeper Assist. His archetype is classified as Trap.

Vi – The Piltover Enforcer

Vi is a locked champion who excels at landing powerful punches from various angles. Her standard moves, such as Vault Breaker and Denting Blows, deal substantial damage. Additionally, she can send out Hextech energy to target enemies with her Hyper Crater Maker ultimate.

In her ultimate move, Cease and Desist, she unleashes a violent barrage upon her foes. With her Rushdown archetype, Vi is an excellent choice for heavy damage output in tag team scenarios.

Warwick – The Uncaged Wrath of Zaun

Warwick is the last unlockable champion in the early access version of 2XKO, becoming the second animal fighter alongside Teemo. This fierce wolf uses his formidable bite and claws to engage opponents, employing rushdown abilities like Bloodlust, Feral Bite, and Feral Beast.

His ultimate techniques, Infinite Duress and Blood Hunt, enhance his hunting prowess. Warwick is also great for tag team fights and, like Ahri and Vi, has a Rushdown archetype.

Yasuo – The Unforgiven

Yasuo is a free hero that players can choose at any time for battles. Originating from the Ionian region, he possesses wind manipulation powers and can dash toward opponents. Yasuo has the ability to block projectiles, making him valuable against characters like Vi, Teemo, and Jinx.

While his ordinary attacks are effective, his ultimates are especially handy in mid-range encounters. He can defend your main character by creating a wind barrier, or take the lead with his Storm Breaker assist. His archetype is classified as All-Rounder, similar to Darius.