--- title: "Step Into The Jungle In Riftbound: Unleashed, Available Now" date: 2026-05-08 issuer: "Riot Games" category: Games author: "Kaila Fuller" source: https://pressreleases.triplepointpr.com/2026/05/08/step-into-the-jungle-in-riftbound-unleashed-available-now/ markdown: https://pressreleases.triplepointpr.com/md/step-into-the-jungle-in-riftbound-unleashed-available-now.md agency: TriplePoint PR description: "The League of Legends Trading Card Game enters a dangerous era with its third set, Unleashed.  TLDR: Riftbound: Unleashed, the third set from Riot Games’ physical trading card game (TCG),…" --- # Step Into The Jungle In Riftbound: Unleashed, Available Now *The *League of Legends *Trading Card Game enters a dangerous era with its third set, *Unleashed*. * **TLDR:** - *Riftbound: Unleashed*, the third set from Riot Games’ physical trading card game (TCG), is available today in English across North America, Latin America, EMEA, and Oceania. - *Riftbound: Unleashed *introduces 220+ cards, 12 new champions, and major new mechanics, including XP and Ambush. - Cards from *Unleashed* are playable at the upcoming Regional Qualifiers across NA, EMEA, and APAC. - *Unleashed *marks the next step in *Riftbound*’s rapidly expanding 2026 [roadmap](https://riftbound.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/announcements/2026-roadmap/), with *Riftbound: Vendetta* releasing on July 31, 2026, and *Riftbound: Radiance* releasing on October 23, 2026 **Date: May 8, 2026** A part of you never leaves the jungle. *Riftbound: Unleashed*, the third set for the *Riftbound: League of Legends Trading Card Game*, is now available in English across North America, Latin America, EMEA, and Oceania. With *Unleashed*, *Riftbound* dives deep into the wilds of Runeterra, bringing new champions, new mechanics, and explosive new ways to swing the momentum of a match in a single turn. From calculated setups to explosive turns, *Unleashed* is all about timing, tension, and knowing exactly when to strike. **What you need to know: ** - **Over 220 cards to discover,** including more than 40 Showcase cards - **Twelve new champions join the Rift**, including Rengar, Vi, Poppy, and LeBlanc - **XP mechanic debuts**, letting players build power over time before unleashing game-changing plays - **The Ambush keyword** introduces surprise plays, allowing players to strike at the perfect moment and disrupt opponents - **Token mechanics** create new ways to generate value and swing momentum during a match - **Jungle-themed set** featuring iconic monsters like Baron Nashor Players can pick up *Riftbound: Unleashed* at the official [Riot Games Store](https://riftbound.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/announcements/product-drawing-faq/) and at select local game stores, with booster packs, Champion Decks, and the all-in-one Vault offering multiple ways to jump into the action. **Competitive Play** *Unleashed* enters the competitive arena immediately, available for use in upcoming *Riftbound* Regional Qualifiers around the world, including stops in: - Sydney (May 15–17) - Vancouver (May 29–31) - Utrecht (June 12–14) - Hartford (June 19–21) With twelve Regional Qualifiers planned throughout 2026, *Riftbound* players have the opportunity to master new cards, Legends, and deck synergies to become a champion. **What’s Next** The Rift doesn’t stay quiet for long. *Unleashed* sets the stage for what’s coming next, with *Riftbound: Vendetta* arriving on July 31 and *Riftbound: Radiance* on October 23, each pushing the TCG in bold new directions.  **Assets**: *Riftbound* press kit is available [here](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/fgpehc22hujcuy2k6b1lz/AAGmZEQ9ZH06lHxeAVe9gSA?rlkey=7x8rggs6o1dfnf0sry8q2d6k5&st=76ov2xn7&dl=0). **Learn More**: Visit the [*Riftbound* website](http://riftbound.leagueoflegends.com) and stay connected to [*Riftbound* on social media](https://linktr.ee/riftbound). **Boilerplates:** **Riftbound**Riftbound: The League of Legends Trading Card Game is Riot Games’ upcoming physical TCG, bringing the deep lore and iconic champions of Runeterra into a strategic, competitive format. Designed for both new players and veterans in the TCG community, Riftbound blends accessible mechanics with rich deck-building complexity, offering fresh ways to engage with the League of Legends universe. Players will build powerful decks from across the factions of Runeterra, unleash champion-led strategies, and battle for dominance in fast-paced, decision-heavy matches. Whether you're outwitting your opponent in the 1v1 format or discovering synergies in 2v2 or the 4-person free-for-all modes, Riftbound delivers an ever-evolving experience shaped by regular updates and new expansions. At launch and beyond, the game aims to redefine physical TCGs with best-in-class polish, community-driven features, and deep competitive potential. Follow @playriftbound on socials and visit [riftbound.leagueoflegends.com](https://riftbound.leagueoflegends.com/) for updates and more. **Riot Games**[Riot Games](http://www.riotgames.com/) was founded in 2006 to develop, publish, and support the most player-focused games in the world. In 2009, Riot released its debut title, [*League of Legends*](http://leagueoflegends.com/), which has gone on to be one of the most-played PC games in the world. In the years that followed, Riot released [*VALORANT*](http://playvalorant.com/)*, *[*Teamfight Tactics*](http://teamfighttactics.com/)*,* [*Legends of Runeterra*](http://playruneterra.com/)*, *and[*League of Legends: Wild Rift*](https://wildrift.leagueoflegends.com/). Riot’s titles have led to the creation of some of the most-watched and widely recognized esports in the world, culminating in events like the [League of Legends World Championship](https://watch.lolesports.com/) and [VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT)](https://valorantesports.com/), which are watched by millions of fans each year. Riot has also expanded its IP through multimedia projects across music, comic books, board games, and [*Arcane*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IA-v_LB3Qpc), its Emmy-winning animated series. **UVS Games**[UVS Games](https://uvsgames.com/) is a leading publisher of tabletop games, dedicated to bringing iconic franchises to life through innovative gameplay and immersive storytelling. Known for the long running CCG [*UniVersus*](https://uvsgames.com/universus), UVS Games blends fan-favorite properties with strategic mechanics, creating engaging experiences for both casual players and competitive enthusiasts in the tabletop gaming community.