Arcane: Bridging the Rift

Arcane: Bridging the Rift is a six-part animated series that delves deeper into the lore and world-building of the popular video game League of Legends. The series explores the complex relationships and escalating conflicts between the utopian city of Piltover and its oppressed undercity, Zaun. It focuses on the intertwined destinies of sisters Vi and Jinx, and the profound impact of Hextech technology on their divided world.

Arcane received widespread critical acclaim for its stunning animation, compelling storytelling, complex characters, and mature themes. It was praised for transcending the typical video game adaptation stigma and standing on its own as a high-quality animated drama. The series was lauded for its emotional depth and its ability to appeal to both fans of the game and newcomers alike.

• Visually breathtaking animation sets a new standard for animated storytelling.
• A masterclass in character development and emotional depth.
• An engaging narrative that appeals to both gamers and a general audience.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praise Arcane for its exceptional animation quality, captivating storyline, and well-developed characters. Many highlight the emotional resonance of the narrative and the rich world-building, making it a standout series.

Won multiple Emmy Awards including Outstanding Animated Program, Outstanding Voice Acting, and Outstanding Directing for an Animated Program.

The distinctive art style of Arcane was inspired by European concept art and French animation techniques, with the studio Riot Games working closely with French animation studio Fortiche Production.