Riot Games Integrates KICK into Global Esports Streaming and Broadcast Ecosystem
Riot Games has officially added streaming platform KICK to its global roster of broadcast partners, expanding digital distribution, co-streaming opportunities, and community engagement for its competitive esports portfolios.
KICK serves as a primary hub for esports audiences, particularly across key growth markets in Latin America (LATAM), the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), and Europe.
The partnership formally commences with the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) 2026, integrating KICK into Riot’s worldwide broadcast network to consolidate regional and global viewing options.
| Esports Franchise | Event Tier Inclusion | Regional Exclusions |
| League of Legends (LoL Esports) | Global & Regional Events | China, Korea |
| VALORANT Esports | Global & Regional Events | China, Korea |
| Teamfight Tactics (TFT) Esports | Global & Regional Events | China, Korea |
Creator Programs and Ecosystem Standards
Streamers operating on KICK will gain access to growth opportunities via Riot’s partner programs spanning League of Legends, VALORANT, Teamfight Tactics, and Wild Rift.
To preserve community integrity, Riot will enforce unified ecosystem standards across the new platform:
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