As a longtime fan of the League of Legends universe, I was absolutely thrilled when Riot finally pulled back the curtain on the rumored Mageseeker game back in early 2023. I remember the leaks, the whispers, and that initial Korean age rating that had us all speculating. The official confirmation, alongside two other incredible-looking titles, felt like Riot Forge was delivering a treasure trove of stories directly to players like me who crave more than just the Summoner's Rift. It was a promise of diving deeper into Runeterra, and now, looking back from 2026, I can say it was a promise spectacularly kept.
Let me tell you about The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story. This game was my gateway. Developed by Digital Sun, it dropped us right into the worn boots of Sylas, the revolutionary mage. For those new to the lore, Sylas isn't just an angry guy with chains. His story is one of profound betrayal and righteous fury. Demacia, that shining city of order, used him. As a young mage, he was enslaved by the Mageseekers—the very organization the game is named after—forced to hunt his own kind. When he discovered the full, horrific extent of Demacia's persecution, his rebellion was inevitable. The game masterfully translated this into a gritty, hi-bit pixel action RPG. The isometric view and fast-paced combat immediately drew comparisons to Hades, but the art style was distinctly its own—raw and pixelated, perfectly matching the revolutionary spirit of its story. Playing it in Spring 2023, I didn't just control Sylas; I felt his desperation, his power, and his burning need to bring Demacia to its reckoning. It was more than a game; it was an experience.
But Riot Forge wasn't done. The same teaser that gave us Sylas also unveiled two other journeys, creating a fantastic trilogy of experiences for 2023. The tonal whiplash was delightful! After the intense rebellion of The Mageseeker, we got the heartfelt, frosty adventure of Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story from Tequila Works. This was a complete change of pace—a single-player action-adventure focused on the pure bond between the boy Nunu and his yeti guardian, Willump. Their quest to find Nunu's mother was filled with wonder, peril, and a warmth that melted the coldest Freljord snows. It showed a side of Runeterra that wasn't about war and politics, but about family and hope.
And then, as summer hit, we got Convergence: A League of Legends Story. Oh, this one was a rush! Developed by Double Stallion, it was a 2D action-platformer that put us in control of Ekko, Zaun's brilliant time-bending inventor. The game was a love letter to the Metroidvania genre, with Ekko's rewind ability creating mind-bending puzzles and combat sequences. Zipping through the grimy, vibrant undercity of Zaun, manipulating time to overcome obstacles—it was endlessly inventive. Each of these three games, released seasonally throughout 2023, showcased a different genre, a different region, and a different tone within the same universe. It was a masterclass in world-building.
What truly united them, beyond their League of Legends DNA, was their accessibility. Riot ensured all three titles landed on a huge range of platforms—PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox, covering both then-current and last-gen consoles. This wasn't some exclusive club; it was an open invitation for anyone to explore Runeterra. From the pixelated strife of Demacia to the time-bent streets of Zaun and the snowy peaks of the Freljord, we had a full passport of stories. Reflecting on it now in 2026, that 2023 lineup from Riot Forge wasn't just a series of game releases. It was the moment the League of Legends universe truly opened up, proving that the stories between the champions are just as compelling as the battles they fight. It set a standard for narrative spinoffs that I'm still hoping more developers will follow.