Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story is an upcoming single-player adventure game developed by Tequila Works and published by Riot Forge, a third-party publishing label within Riot Games. The game is set in the League of Legends universe, specifically in the Freljord, a land of ice and snow. The game follows the story of Nunu, a young boy who is searching for his lost mother, and his yeti companion Willump. The game is scheduled to be released on November 1, 2023.
The game is described as an immersive narrative that explores the themes of family, friendship, and magic. The player will control both Nunu and Willump, who have different abilities and interactions with the environment. The player will also encounter other champions from the League of Legends franchise, such as Lissandra and Braum, who will either help or hinder their journey. The game will feature puzzles, combat, exploration, and dialogue choices that will affect the outcome of the story. The game will be available for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. The game’s price has not been announced yet.
Cinematic Adventure Games
Riot Forge Showcased 'Song of Nunu' at Today's Nintendo Direct
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