Riot Games, founded in 2006 by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill, is an American video game developer and publisher headquartered in Los Angeles. The company gained prominence with the release of ‘League of Legends’ in 2009, a game that has become a cornerstone of the multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) genre. Over the years, Riot expanded its portfolio to include titles like ‘Valorant’, ‘Teamfight Tactics’, and ‘Legends of Runeterra’, catering to a diverse gaming audience. In addition to game development, Riot Games is deeply involved in the esports scene, organizing and managing leagues and tournaments worldwide. The company also ventured into entertainment with the release of ‘Arcane’, an animated series that delves into the lore of ‘League of Legends’. Despite facing challenges related to workplace culture, Riot Games has taken steps to address these issues and continues to be a significant player in the gaming industry.
Website: https://www.riotgames.com
Highlights
Riot Games is renowned for developing the globally popular game 'League of Legends'.
The company expanded its portfolio with the successful first-person shooter 'Valorant'.
Riot Games operates multiple esports leagues, including the League of Legends Championship Series.
In 2021, Riot Games released 'Arcane', an animated series based on the League of Legends universe.
The company has faced and addressed workplace culture challenges, including gender discrimination allegations.
