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Geek Vibes Nation
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
GKIDS To Release The Second Season Of 'Arcane League Of Legends' On 4K UHD Blu-Ray This October
GKIDS, Anime Limited & Shout! Studios will release Arcane League of Legends: Season Two on 4K UHD Blu-Ray and Blu-Ray in a Limited Edition SteelBook on October 28, 2025. The series will also be released on Blu-Ray in a standard edition on that date, as well as a Limited-Run 4K UHD Collector's Edition on December 11, 2025. The release will include all nine episodes from the second season presented in glorious 4K resolution and mastered in Dolby Vision HDR. The series is set in the universe of the massively popular video game League of Legends, made by Riot Games and Fortiche Productions for Netflix. It is co-created by Christian Linke and Alex Yee, and follows the origins of iconic League champions Vi and Jinx, as they become caught in the power struggle between the utopian city of Piltover and the oppressed underground city of Zaun. The second and final season of Arcane returned to Netflix in November 2024 to rave reviews, garnering widespread praise for its striking animation, emotionally complicated characters, thrilling music, and overall production quality. It has been praised by critics as one of the best video game adaptations ever created. The series went on to win four primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Animated Program, as well as nine Annie Awards, including Best Mature Animated Television Broadcast Production. Get more details below! Synopsis: The award-winning series based on the League of Legends universe reaches its epic conclusion in Arcane Season Two. Following Jinx's devastating attack on the Council, the conflict between utopian Piltover and underground Zaun escalates to all-out war. As both sides grapple with the new threat of the brutal empire of Noxus, further experimentation with the powerful yet volatile Hextech may spell disaster for them all. With the final season complete, Arcane stands as one of the most critically acclaimed animated series of all time. Riot Games and Fortiche Productions combine engrossing and prescient storytelling with artfully crafted visuals to set a new paradigm for the medium of animation. Please Note: The 4K UHD release of Arcane includes the series on the 4K UHD discs only—the included Blu-ray disc contains bonus features only. Bonus Features for UHD/Blu-ray Inside the Writer's Room: Reshuffling the Cards – A reflection on Act 1 with Arcane Showrunner and Co-Creator Christian Linke, Writer Amanda Overton, and Directors Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord, and Bart Maunoury. A reflection on Act 1 with Arcane Showrunner and Co-Creator Christian Linke, Writer Amanda Overton, and Directors Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord, and Bart Maunoury. The Voices In My Head: Crafting the Performances – Voice Director Amanda Wyatt joins cast members Ella Purnell, Hailee Steinfeld, Katy Townsend, Kevin Alejandro, Mick Wingert, Reed Shannon, and Stewart Scudamore to discuss their process with character building in voice acting. Voice Director Amanda Wyatt joins cast members Ella Purnell, Hailee Steinfeld, Katy Townsend, Kevin Alejandro, Mick Wingert, Reed Shannon, and Stewart Scudamore to discuss their process with character building in voice acting. Artist Breakdown: Act 1 – Aurélien Ressencourt (2D FX Lead), Guillaume Degroote (2D FX Supervisor), Yann Leroy (Compositing Supervisor), Boris Cailly (Layout Artist), and Pauline Motard (Layout Supervisor). Aurélien Ressencourt (2D FX Lead), Guillaume Degroote (2D FX Supervisor), Yann Leroy (Compositing Supervisor), Boris Cailly (Layout Artist), and Pauline Motard (Layout Supervisor). Art Gallery – A collection of concept art for characters, props, and backgrounds that give an inside look into the creation of Arcane: League of Legends – Season 2. A collection of concept art for characters, props, and backgrounds that give an inside look into the creation of Arcane: League of Legends – Season 2. Inside the Writer's Room: Beauty and Tragedy – A reflection on Act 2 with Arcane Showrunner and Co-Creator Christian Linke, Writer Amanda Overton, and Directors Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord, and Bart Maunoury. A reflection on Act 2 with Arcane Showrunner and Co-Creator Christian Linke, Writer Amanda Overton, and Directors Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord, and Bart Maunoury. A Sonic Ballet – Alex Seaver (Executive Music Producer and Co-Composer), Alexander Temple (Co-Composer), and Sound Supervisors Brad Beaumont and Eliot Connors discuss the harmony between the composition of Arcane Season 2's score and sound design. Alex Seaver (Executive Music Producer and Co-Composer), Alexander Temple (Co-Composer), and Sound Supervisors Brad Beaumont and Eliot Connors discuss the harmony between the composition of Arcane Season 2's score and sound design. Artist Breakdown: Act 2 – Bart Maunoury (Co-Director), Pascal Charrue (Co-Director), and Arnaud Delord (Co-Director) Bart Maunoury (Co-Director), Pascal Charrue (Co-Director), and Arnaud Delord (Co-Director) Music Videos – Full music videos for 'Ma Meilleure Ennemie,' 'Blood, Sweat & Tears,' and 'Paint the Town Blue.' Full music videos for 'Ma Meilleure Ennemie,' 'Blood, Sweat & Tears,' and 'Paint the Town Blue.' Inside the Writer's Room: What Could've Been – A reflection on Act 3 with Arcane Showrunner and Co-Creator Christian Linke, Writer Amanda Overton, and Directors Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord, and Bart Maunoury. A reflection on Act 3 with Arcane Showrunner and Co-Creator Christian Linke, Writer Amanda Overton, and Directors Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord, and Bart Maunoury. Artist Breakdown: Act 3 – Zhephing Xu (Storyboarder), Adam Bachiri (3D FX Supervisor), and Simon Magnan (3D Environment Artist) Zhephing Xu (Storyboarder), Adam Bachiri (3D FX Supervisor), and Simon Magnan (3D Environment Artist) Going Another Way – Creatives at Riot and Fortiche provide an expansive look at the creation of a unique episode: 'Pretend Like It's the First Time.' Creatives at Riot and Fortiche provide an expansive look at the creation of a unique episode: 'Pretend Like It's the First Time.' Storyboards – A collection of storyboards and animatics showing the early stages of some memorable moments from Season 2. Before we let you go, we have officially launched our merch store! Check out all of our amazing apparel when you click here and type in GVN15 at checkout for a 15% discount! 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South China Morning Post
4 days ago
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
League of Legends world championship returns to China as mainland esports sector grows
China this year will again serve as host to the League of Legends World Championship , the esports industry's biggest tournament for a single title, raising hopes for another finals run by a mainland team. Advertisement The annual professional competition, also known as the Worlds, will kick off in Beijing from October 14 and then move to Shanghai for the quarter-final and semi-final rounds from October 28 to November 2, according to US video game developer and tournament organiser Riot Games, a subsidiary of Tencent Holdings The 2025 Worlds final will take place on November 9 in Chengdu , capital of southwestern Sichuan province. This year's competition will see 17 teams vie for prize money and the Summoner's Cup, the trophy awarded to the Worlds final winner. Edward Gaming, a professional esports team based in Shanghai, was the last Chinese group to hoist the Summoner's Cup when they won the 2021 Worlds in Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland Advertisement Holding the 2025 Worlds in China reflected the strides made on the mainland esports sector, which has become big business, as clubs financed by the country's young tycoons made an impact in the global arena.
Arab News
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
Esports World Cup 2025 delivers new milestones, rising stars in week 2
RIYADH: Week two of the 2025 Esports World Cup wrapped up here with four new champions, as thousands of the world's top players continue to battle for a share of the record $70 million prize pool and Club Championship crown. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport The Club Championship leaderboard had several teams secure points across multiple games. Gen.G make League of Legends history South Korea's Gen.G Esports captured their second international title in just over a week, defeating 3-2 in a thrilling League of Legends grand final. Their undefeated run through the Esports World Cup, combined with their MSI 2025 title, has extended their winning streak to 26 matches, marking one of the most dominant eras in history. With this win, Gen.G becomes the fastest team to secure back-to-back international League of Legends titles. Team Spirit dominate in Dota 2 Team Spirit emerged as the champions of the Dota 2 tournament, dropping just one game across the entire event, and dismantling Team Falcons 3-0 in the final. 'There is not really much emotion as the grand final was not that hard,' said captain Iaroslav 'Miposhka' Naidenov. Team Vitality perfect in MLBB Women's Invitational Team Vitality stormed to a flawless 4-0 victory over Gaimin Gladiators in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational, reclaiming their crown after falling short last year. They also broke the MWI fastest match record twice, reclaiming it with a 9 minute, 36 second victory in the grand final. Sisters Cindy 'Cinnyyy' Siswanto and Michelle 'Chelll' Siswanto secured their first EWC title, following a heartbreaking runner-up finish in 2024. EVOS Esports triumph in Free Fire Indonesia's EVOS Esports dominated the Free Fire tournament with consistent performances and clutch plays. They reached match point by Game 6 of the finals and secured the championship after a dramatic final battle against Team Vitality. The spotlight also shined on 15-year-old phenom Rasyah 'Rasyah' Rasyid, who became the youngest MVP in EWC history, earning the SONY MVP Award and $10,000 in prize money. Other key results had Honor of Kings finalize its top eight playoff teams, with Paws Gaming, Nova Esports, and leading the charge. Meanwhile Saudi Arabia's Team Falcons claimed the Overwatch Champions Series Midseason Last Chance Qualifier, defeating ZETA DIVISION to secure their place in the OWCS Midseason Championship beginning July 31. Club Championship standings At the close of week two on July 20, Team Vitality lead the Club Championship standings, with Gen.G Esports in hot pursuit. Team Falcons and are close behind. With eight clubs now holding titles across different games, teams earning points in multiple disciplines are beginning to separate from the rest of the pack.
Arab News
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Team Vitality top leaderboard of Esports World Cup's Club Championship in Riyadh
RIYADH: The 2025 Esports World Cup has concluded its second week of competitive gaming, with teams contending for a share of the historic prize pool and the ultimate prize: the Club Championship crown. The event is being held in the Boulevard City entertainment hub in Riyadh, where thousands of the world's top players are to compete in another five weeks of matches. The tournament's second week featured dramatic comebacks and dominant performances. Four new champions emerged, and the Club Championship leaderboard saw significant changes as teams earned points in multiple games. South Korea's Gen.G Esports won their second international title in just over a week, defeating Chinese team by 3-2 in a thrilling League of Legends grand final. Gen.G's undefeated run in the Esports World Cup has extended their winning streak to 26 matches. They have also become the fastest team to secure back-to-back League of Legends championship titles. Team Spirit, the Russian esports team, became champions of the Dota 2 tournament, losing only one game throughout the event. In the grand final they defeated Team Falcons by 3-0. Their captain Yaroslav 'Miposhka' Naidenov said: 'There is not really much emotion as the grand final was not that hard.' French esports organization Team Vitality achieved a perfect 4-0 victory over the Canadian team Gaimin Gladiators in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational (MWI), reclaiming their title after falling short last year. The Indonesian sisters Chell and Cinny, part of Team Vitality, won their first EWC title after finishing as runners-up in 2024. Indonesia's EVOS Esports dominated the Free Fire tournament, reaching match point by Game 6 of the finals and winning the championship after a dramatic final against Team Vitality. Rasyah Rasyid, 15, became the youngest most valuable player in EWC history, earning the Sony MVP Award and the $10,000 prize. Team Vitality stood at the top of the Club Championship standings on Monday, followed by Gen.G Esports, Team Falcons, and
Arab News
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Gen.G Esports crowned League of Legends champions at Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh
RIYADH: Gen.G Esports continued their dominant run on the international stage by capturing the League of Legends title at the Esports World Cup 2025 over the weekend, defeating 3-2 in a dramatic Grand Final to claim their second international trophy in as many weeks. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport The Korean powerhouses now sit top of the Club Championship standings with 1,800 points, following a historic run that has seen them go unbeaten in 26 consecutive matches, one of the most commanding streaks in the history of competitive League of Legends. The title win in Riyadh follows closely on the heels of their victory at the Mid-Season Invitational, making this the fastest back-to-back international title haul ever recorded in the game. Their flawless campaign at the Esports World Cup culminated in a thrilling five-game final against who had earlier stunned both Hanwha Life Esports and reigning champions T1. 'It's a very meaningful win for our team,' said Kim "Kiin" Ki-in, who was later named tournament MVP and awarded a $10,000 prize. 'In the past in international events we feel that we have underperformed, so to achieve back-to-back wins in the Mid-Season Invitational and now here at the Esports World Cup means that we are still a top contender level team. We are right at the top. 'And on a personal level, the wins let me know that I'm still the player I know I can be and that we can continue to lift many trophies together.' Teammate Jeong "Chovy" Ji-hoon praised the atmosphere in the Riyadh Arena for playing a key role in their final push. 'The atmosphere in the arena was amazing, you could really feel it and I think that support was what drove us to go on and win in the end,' he said. 'The overall support of the fans throughout the tournament was incredible, they were electric and energetic, and they continue to drive us to lift more trophies again as soon as we can compete again,' he added. The Gen.G lineup of Joo "Duro" Min-kyu, Jeong, Kim "Canyon" Geon-bu, Park "Ruler" Jae-hyuk, and Kim outclassed 11 other top-tier teams to secure the $600,000 winners' prize and an additional 1,000 Club Championship points. Arnold Hur, CEO of Gen.G Esports, hailed the team's consistency and hunger for improvement. 'For us, the important thing is to keep on improving and delivering positive performances and results each year compared to the previous one, and that's what we're doing in this year's edition so far,' he said. 'Everyone is working to help the club reach new heights and to keep rising.' Reflecting on his MVP performance, Kiin added: 'We were here last year, but we got eliminated early, so this time I wanted to lift the trophy, and I did. I'm really excited.'
