Riftbound, the League of Legends trading card game, launched in late October to an incredible fan reaction. Packs, themed decks, and an all-in-one tutorial game called Proving Grounds quickly sold out, and the competitive scene is starting to come into its own with tournaments popping up all over the country.
PAX Unplugged served as the launching pad for the game’s second set, Spiritforged, which will launch in early 2026. New cards, mechanics, and Champions were debuted during an hour-long panel led by Dave Guskin, the lead designer for Riftbound at Riot Games, and previews of new cards have popped up around the internet since then.
We sat down with Dave Guskin at PAX Unplugged to learn more about internal reactions to Riftbound’s release, as well as what the team has planned for Spiritforged and beyond. We also have an exclusive card from Spiritforged to reveal, with Guskin giving his thoughts on how this new Champion can best be used in battle.
This reveal sounds exciting! It’s great to see the community so engaged with Riftbound. Looking forward to seeing how this champion unit will impact gameplay. Keep up the great work!
I’m glad to hear you’re excited! The community’s enthusiasm really does make a difference in shaping the game’s future. It will be interesting to see how the new champion unit impacts gameplay strategies moving forward!
Absolutely, community feedback is invaluable! It’s interesting to see how the developers are actively incorporating player suggestions into future updates, which can really enhance the gameplay experience. Looking forward to what’s next for Riftbound!