Why 2XKO Won
2XKO emerged as the clear favorite because it referenced duos, leveraged 'KO' as a global fighting game term, and was striking on the page. The team loved its ownability and the cool logo. Regional pronunciations like 'deux-ix-kah-oh' added to its charm. However, the initial reception wasn't universally positive—only a handful of players saw the vision immediately. Over time, the team grew into the name, embracing its quirks and jokes (like 'Tuco Taco Tuxedo 2XKO').
The Final Verdict
Riot acknowledges that naming is hard and subjective. The process was rigorous, involving weeks of effort and input from everyone. While 2XKO is bold, weird, and a little clunky, it's a name the team is proud of. It's first alphabetically in many lists, and the team embraces the humor around it. The blog concludes with a lighthearted note about the challenges of creative work and a call to support all fighting games.
Source: This article is based on original content from Riot Games, published on the 2XKO official website. For more details, visit the original post: Naming Is Hard.
