Riot Games made a strong presence at this year’s DICE Summit, continuing to showcase its commitment to expanding the *League of Legends* universe. Following the main event, co-founder Marc Merrill sat down with Stephen Totilo for an in-depth conversation about the company's upcoming projects and long-term vision. One of the most exciting revelations was Merrill’s strong focus on developing a massively multiplayer online game (MMO) set within the *League of Legends* and *Arcane* universes.
Merrill confirmed that the MMO is currently his primary focus. He expressed a deep passion for the genre and believes that his personal dedication could be a key driver behind the project’s eventual success. According to him, there's a strong desire among *League of Legends* fans to dive deeper into the world of Runeterra, and an MMO would offer the perfect platform for that kind of immersive experience.
However, despite the enthusiasm surrounding the project, no concrete details were revealed. Merrill avoided sharing specifics such as gameplay mechanics, story elements, or a potential release date. He did offer a lighthearted comment, joking that he hopes the game launches before the first human sets foot on Mars—a humorous but telling remark about how early the project still is in development.
In the meantime, fans have another highly anticipated title to look forward to: *2XKO*, a fighting game set in the *League of Legends* universe. Unlike the MMO, *2XKO* has already entered a more advanced stage of development, with official trailers released and a planned launch window set for later this year. This gives fans a tangible glimpse into Riot’s broader strategy of expanding beyond the core MOBA format.
