The latest trailer for Riot game’s phenomenal, animated show Arcane season 2 just dropped. Following on from show’s first visit to Zaun, the new look ahead continues to build on the hype for the second season, and it’s accompanied by all the power of KPOP.
In around two minutes, Riot gives us all a glimpse of a divided world where war is imminent. Familiar faces race across the screen and there’s a sense that fates are about to collide as the action plays out to the new single “Come Play”, by Stray Kids, Young Miko, and Tom Morello. This collaborative effort picks from the recent soundtrack announcement and continues where Arcane left off. Central characters in this foray Vi and Jinx are separated by opposing factions, and Powder’s metamorphosis into the iconic explosives expert Jinx seems complete. Now, we’re about to witness the fallout of some disastrous decisions and influences spill out across Zaun and Piltover.
- The action will cause fallout across the Riot games library too. Riot has announced that the League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, Wild Rift, VALORANT and Legends of Runeterra will each release in-game content in celebration of Arcane Season 2. This means entirely new characters, bundles, cosmetics, tie ins, arenas and more. In particular, expect to see Ambessa Medarda, the Noxian general, and Mel’s mother, arrive in League of Legends, TFT, Wild Rift, and Legends of Runeterra.
- In League of Legends, players will have a chance to play on the Bridge of Progress in an upcoming Arcane-themed update for its ARAM game mode. League of Legends will also be releasing a skin at a new tier—Exalted—that will let players experience Jinx’s Arcane story in-game. Other cosmetics releasing during this time include a skin of Arcane Brawler Vi, featured in Season 2 trailers, and a Jinx-themed Nexus Finisher.
- TFT will be going all-out-Arcane for their upcoming 13th set, featuring a number of exclusive Arcane champions, like Powder, and mechanics and traits inspired by the show. TFT will also be releasing a series of Arcane-inspired cosmetics including new Arenas and Tacticians, like Chibi Caitlyn, with more to be announced later this year. In addition, TFT’s experimental PvE game mode Tocker’s Trials will return in the first patch of the new set, giving new and returning players a way to learn the ropes in a low-pressure environment.
- In Wild Rift, Singed and Warwick will be getting gameplay updates. Heimderdinger, who was previously announced, is now available in-game.
- VALORANT will have a brand new Arcane-themed bundle on the way.
- Warwick will be joining Ambessa in Legends of Runeterra’s Path of Champions.
- On 11 November, 2XKO, Riot’s upcoming fighting game, will release an updated look at Jinx in preparation for its 2025 launch.
What Else?
While we don’t have details, fans of the series and characters can keep an eye out for makeup from Fenty Beauty, apparel from Uniqlo and BlackMilk, collectibles from Funko and Tokidoki, and tons of other stuff across clothes, figures, music products, and more. In the meantime, order in snacks, book some time in and prepare to catch Arcane Season 2 across three distinct acts. Act One begins on November 9, Act Two on November 16, and Act Three – the final act of the series – on November 23.
About Arcane
Arcane is an animated television series produced by Netflix and based on the popular video game League of Legends. The first season of Arcane premiered on 6 November 2021, and quickly garnered widespread praise for its stunning animation, compelling storytelling, and complex characters. The show has received exceptional ratings from both critics and audiences, solidifying its reputation as a must-watch series. With its gripping storyline set in the vibrant world of Piltover and Zaun, “Arcane” explores themes of power, betrayal, all fronted by iconic League of Legends champions. You can still catch the first season over on Netflix right now.
