James Stevenson

@PEKatchouze My guess is that China has had the game for 5/6 months now and they're still finding that people are running out of time so it's perhaps this fuelling the decision.

❌ 50 min + 5 turns ✅ 60 min + 3 turns Not too sure about that one, kinda felt like rounds took time because people were new to the game, be it at local or Regional level 🤔 I guess more time to play is fine tho, as long as you don’t crush your opponent in 10/15 minutes (but then you have time to take a nap 🥸)

@RiftboundReport That one makes sense. The game 2 scenario though?

@JStevensonSWU In the situation where theres only 1 game played, whoever has the higher score and is greater than 1 is automatically the winner of the set.

Riftbound Time Rules Update China will be trialling a new round timer in their first regional open of 2026 (January 17th-18th) after finding that the proportion of matches completed within 50 minutes was low. They also say that the new set of rules (see full message below) will be uniformly implemented in Riftbound tournaments globally, so we should expect to see these changes at the Bologna and Las Vegas Regional Qualifiers in February. Old: 50 minutes + 5 turns New: 60 minutes + 3 turns - In the overtime period, a player must lead by 2 points to be declared the winner of the match. - In the overtime period, if a player's lead is less than or equal to 1 point, the match will be declared a draw.

@RiftboundReport I have a few questions. Is this assuming they are on game 1 or game 3? If on game 2, and they hit the 3 turns and there isn't a 2 point lead at the end of 3 turns, is it still a draw or does the winner of game 1 win the match?

Full Translated Post: "During the first season's regional and national open tournaments, we noticed the issue of late match times. Therefore, we tried the "50+5" mode at the Houston event, but found that the proportion of matches completed within 50 minutes was low. To reduce the duration of individual matches and alleviate the pressure on participating Summoners, we have decided to trial the "60+3" mode in the second season to optimize the pace and efficiency of the matches. It's important to note that the introduction of the new mode comes with three specific adjustments: - The overtime period at the end of a match will be uniformly adjusted to 3 rounds; - In the overtime period, a player must lead by 2 points to be declared the winner of the match; - In the overtime period, if a player's lead is less than or equal to 1 point, the match will be declared a draw. This set of rules (including the "60+3" mode and related adjustments) will be uniformly implemented in Riftbound tournaments globally and will be updated in the tournament rules accordingly."

@playriftbound My favourite part of this was they showed a card that was already a french name in English as the French reveal haha

Allons-y! Riftbound is launching in French mid 2026! Origins will be localized first with more coming as we work towards global parity. Check out our article for more info on what's getting localized and what's coming your way, mes amis! Article: riot.com/4rQdPlG

@playriftbound Is this just a demo event? :)

Head’s up, Italian TCG fans! Riftbound’s comin’ your way! Come find us at Lucca Comics & Games, October 29 - November 2!

@GeorgeG_TCG And people will both copy Yi Ramp and also start to play more aggressive decks like Viktor to kill slower decks before they set up. It's a meta cycle but also congrats on the win, enjoyed watching the stream.

@GeorgeG_TCG Oh admittedly, until we see the game outside of China, this is all we have to go by. People will either counter the meta or join it. Yi Aurora did well because Kai'sas removal is pretty ineffective vs multiple large units so the deck itself was a hard counter to Kai'Sa.

My view on Riftbound deck power levels after playing four major events in China and winning a Regional Championship. Aurora in Tier 0 represents those variants of the Orange leaders — their leader card represents their placement absent Aurora. May change based on meta you expect

@PavelKolev7 What's the criteria?

@playriftbound @DxTyler My LGS hasn't had a response about being an OP store. If they haven't heard back now, are they unlikely to be one for launch?

@DxTyler Very soon! European retailers will also be receiving their demo kits shortly.

NOW'S THE TIME! If you've been wanting to check our Riftbound, but haven't caught us at an event, your LGS might've received their demo bundle! Stop on by or give them a call.

@Abzybabzy @screenjunkies It's pretty humble for you to be pleasantly surprised whenever media mentions you.

Oh my god. I made it. youtu.be/X7oeOvOupR0?si… My guy even says Assasins Creed Origins Origins on the wrong black guy. That’s like Denzel Washington/Forest Whitaker level stuff man. Mum. Be proud. @screenjunkies

@Abzybabzy Recently got 1000G on the main game and then bought the season pass and got the achievements for that too. Met Abu in Welwyn Garden City when I was working there as the game launched.

Seven years ago, my life in the games industry changed.

@enjoifriend I remember using Night March in 2016. Lost dice roll to Trevant Wally. Such a painful experience.

"fun factor" of Pokémon TCG formats by year

Played in an 18-man store Showdown losing to a Boba Green mirror match in final and came 2nd.

If anyone is following the no legend Boba, it's the latest version.

m.youtube.com/watch?v=GTbzv-… I'm in this one!

@erichibbeler Hi, sorry to bother you but are you the artist who drew the Count Dooku for SWU? If so, is there a larger version of the image as I wanted it for a background. Many thanks :)

@felttable Hi guys, since the latest update, you cannot order Fetts Firespray and ECL to do the Ambush first and then activate the Firespray.

Turn 4 btw

On Saturday, I'm in a Store Showdown using a deck with no legends in either the mainboard or sideboard. Let's see how this goes...