Riot Games Cancels League of Legends-Themed Smash Bros.-Style Fighter

The project, codenamed 'Pool Party,' was scrapped due to concerns over market interest and the performance of similar games.

Around 70-80 developers were working on the project before its cancellation in May 2024.
The game was initially pitched as a hardcore fighting title but shifted towards casual-friendly mechanics.
Executives were reportedly influenced by the struggles of Warner Bros.' MultiVersus in the decision to cancel.
Half of the development team has been reassigned within Riot Games, while others are seeking new roles.
Riot continues to develop other projects, including the 2v2 fighting game 2XKO, set for a 2025 release.