A true example of gaming done right on the small screen, the steampunk animated series, which first debuted in 2021, returned with a major bang in the immediate aftermath of Jinx’s deadly rocket that ended any chance of peace between twin cities Piltover and Zaun. Even if you’re not a gamer, the show is compelling with its exploration of geopolitical and class divides, the beauty and danger of advanced technology, and core relationships tested whether between estranged siblings or will-they-won’t-they romances. The art alone is stunning, and if you’re still not convinced at the pedigree of the reported $250 million show, consider the voice acting chops of Ella Purnell, Hailee Steinfeld, and Katie Leung, best known as Cho Chang from the Harry Potter films.I screened Act 3 with thousands of devoted League fans hours before it debuted, and believe me when I tell you I’ve never heard a theater erupt in the way LA’s Shrine Auditorium did. And co-creator Christian Linke has already promised that more League Of Legends-inspired projects are on their way so consider this your first taste of what’s to come.
