League of Legends and classical music? Gaming seeks cultural prestige through art

Riot Games, the company behind global gaming phenomenon League of Legends, is bringing its intellectual property into the classical arts through a new partnership with the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, reflecting a broader effort among game companies to expand franchises into cultural fields to strengthen their corporate image, experts say. The agreement, formalized July 29, establishes a multiyear collaborative framework spanning live performances, studio recordings and original crossover progr