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2XKO Basic Controls
Learn the basics of how to play 2XKO with our beginner’s guide.
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Julian "JulezJP" Johnson
The 2XKO Closed Beta starts September 9 on PC. Before you play, get a quick intro to 2XKO’s controls, basic combos, and tag mechanics with our beginner’s guide.
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