The Rolldown - A TFT Esports Podcast

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Hosted by TFT commentators CLE and Gangly, The Roll Down is your go-to show for everything happening in the pro TFT scene. From grassroots to the pro circuit, from the couch to the crown, we break down tournaments, highlight the biggest plays, and dive into the stories that define the game’s top players.

  1. 1d ago

    Wasianiverson Can't Stop Winning | TPC Riftbeast Cup Review | The Rolldown | S18E4

    In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Wasianiverson, fresh off winning the Riftbeast Cup, to recap the first TPC event of Set 18, break down the bugs, the checkmate format, and the Frodan coverage problem.Follow Final Lobby Gaming on X: https://x.com/FinaLobbyGamingDownload the MetaTFT app to level up your game: https://www.metatft.com/downloadTry Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownWe cover:- Set 18 first impressions- The bug situation, JorC and Me1stor8th losing loot from a Stage 5 bug in the same game- Tacticians Gauntlet cancelled- Convergence Fest update, prize wall, side events, and what we still don't know about TFT-specific rewards- Riftbeast Cup Recap- The new three-games before cut Day 2 format and why it's better- GG9 making top eight after the callout video- Final Lobby Breakdown Presented by Final Lobby Gaming: Wasian's War Path game, the Inferno tech to beat Ripple, and how he knew he won on 3-5- Zyk00 winning EMEA, Seoill winning APAC- MetaTFT Stats Corner: Wasian's final lobby stats, 3.0 AVP in finals vs 3.74 in group stage across his four wins- The Frodan coverage problem, no spectator mode, no co-stream, and what happens when he's gone- The K3Soju Kick 4v4 Invitational announcementFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #EnchantedWilds #RiftbeastCup #TFTCompetitive #Wasianiverson

  2. 3d ago

    Everything You Need to Know About Convergence Fest | The Rolldown with Dylan Fraley | S18 E3

    In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly sit down with Dylan Fraley, Global Product Manager for TFT Esports at Riot, for everything you need to know about Convergence Fest, the biggest open in TFT history.We cover:- What Convergence Fest is and why TFT and Riftbound are combining into one event- Fan First registration, over 10,000 sign-ups and why it happened- Scaling to 1,024 competitors and what that required operationally- Day one format changes, 43 stations, top two advance, no more top cut leaderboard- Side events, prize wall, exclusive cosmetics, and what attendees can expect- What the spectator experience looks like across both games in one venue- Is Convergence Fest a one-time experiment or the new standard?Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:54 - What is Convergence Fest?00:05:53 - Fan First Registration00:11:55 - Scaling to 1,024 Competitors00:15:40 - How to Compete00:28:07 - Day 100:30:48 - Side Events & Prize Wall00:35:47 - TFT + Riftbound Together00:39:18 - Why You Should Come00:48:40 - OutroTry Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #ConvergenceFest #TFTSet18 #RiftBound #TFTCompetitive #VegasOpen

  3. Sep 2

    We Drafted EVERY TFT Pro Player | TPC Preview with TFToddy | S18 E2

    In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Brazilian TPC Pro and content creator Toddy to break down Set 18, preview the first Rift Beast Cup, roll out the Set 18 rankings, and run a live fantasy draft with chat.We cover:- Set 18 first impressions: why this might be the most balanced launch patch ever- Convergence Fest breakdown: the new format combining TFT and Riftbound, Set 19 music set hints- The Gauntlet format debate: is $39 for a best-of-one tournament fair?- Toddy's Paris Open top eight run- RollDown Rankings Set 18 presented by Citadel Gaming- Live fantasy draft with chatFollow CTG on X: https://x.com/CitadelCTGJoin the Citadel Discord: https://discord.gg/taz4bGMdZKTry Neuroptima -- use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldown 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:01 - Set 18 Launch 00:09:42 - Convergence Fest 00:27:00 - Competitive Schedule 00:35:09 - Roll Down Rankings presented by Citadel Gaming 01:17:07 - Fantasy DraftFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #EnchantedWilds #TFTCompetitive #ConvergenceFest #RollDownRankings

  4. Aug 14

    Set 18 is UNREAL | Interview w/ Riot Wittrock (Set Lead) & Gina Hope (Tech Director, TFT) | S18 E1

    In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly sit down with Gina Hope (Tech Director, TFT) and Matthew "Witti" Wittrock (Set Lead, Set 18) to go deep on the switch to Unreal Engine. What it took to get online, what it unlocks, and what players should actually expect from TFT going forward. We cover: How long the Unreal migration has been in the works and how the team was built over timeWhy Set 18 was originally planned as Set 17What Hextech engine limitations actually looked like from the insideWhy the PBE delay happened and what the team has been fixing since launchWisps vs Charms: what changed and why the system was rebuiltMac support: it's coming during Set 18 as a native buildTournament realm and spectator mode updates for the esports sceneWhat Unreal enables for future game modes, tools, and featuresCLE and Gangly's post-interview reactionThe Molediver elimination cutscene pitch, attempt #4 00:00 - Intro01:55 - Unreal Engine13:02 - Set 1823:53 - Looking Forward38:07 - Post-Interview Reaction Try Neuroptima: https://neuroptima.us/rolldown Follow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sKAmazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203

  5. Jul 17

    The GOAT of Competitive TFT is Decided | Tac Crown Review | The Rolldown | Season 17 Episode 10

    In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by UpsetMax and BruhBruhBruhWho, two Americas representatives fresh off Tactician's Crown. They react to the tier list, break down every stage of the tournament, and tell the stories behind their journeys to the world stage.We cover:- Mortdog tribute — what he meant to the community and the future of TFT without him- Set 18 Enchanted Wilds first reactions — charms are back and the guys are cautiously hyped- Tier list accountability — how accurate were the predictions and who got disrespected- Tournament breakdown — day by day cuts and Americas dominance through day two- Soju's final lobby appearance and what it means for his all-time legacy- Huanmie winning the Crown — the 33% win rate across 57 games, the emotional interview, and what made his run specialChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:03:00 - Set 18 Reaction00:06:38 - Convergence Fest00:15:33 - PSA: Let's Keep Our Friends Safe00:19:55 - Mortdog Tribute00:27:03 - Tier List Review00:34:05 - Tactician's Crown Breakdown01:13:07 - The Jedusor Drama Explained01:22:50 - BruhBruhBruhWho's Journey01:29:47 - UpsetMax's Story01:37:30 - Closing thoughtsTry Neuroptima: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet17 #TacticiansCrown #TFTWorlds #UpsetMax #TFTCompetitive

  6. Jul 9

    We Ranked EVERY Tactician's Crown Participant | Set 17 Championship Preview | The Rolldown | S17 E9

    In this episode of The Rolldown, Gangly is joined LIVE from Alicante, Spain by ImpetuousPanda and Clement to tier list all 40 competitors ahead of the Set 17 Tactician's Crown. We cover: Full 40-player tier list — every region, every competitor ranked ahead of Tactician's Crown Soju debate — is he actually the best player in the Americas, and will his playstyle hold up against Vietnam's aggressive tempo players? Darth Nub in S tier — the case for the reigning champ going back-to-back APAC is stacked — why Panda and Clement expect APAC to outperform and CN to underperform The Seoill conversation — why Korea's youngest star might be the most generational talent in the field Dankmemes debate — does his dominant tier two run translate to Tactician's Crown? Dark horses: Safo, Ringo, UpsetMax, and who each host is championing to outperform

  7. Jul 1

    We Ranked the Best of AMER | Regionals Breakdown w/ Dankmemes & Upsetmax | The Rolldown | S17 E8

    In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by newly promoted tier one players Dankmemes and UpsetMax. Fresh off qualifying through regionals week one to break down the week one results, preview regionals week 2, and tier list all 32 players competing for Tactician's Crown slots in AMER.We cover:- Meta breakdown heading into regionals | Fast Nine, Anima, Vanguard vs Vex AP and what performed best- Play-ins recap | the most stacked bottom eight in history including Filip and Bossoskills- Week 1 results | who made TPC and who got relegated, including Maikel and Prestivant going out early- Dankmemes and UpsetMax on their journeys to finally breaking into T1- Double getting relegated from EMEA for the first time ever- Brazil now having six TPC spots and the newcomers making waves- Full 32-player tier list for regionals week 2 | who's winning worlds and who has something to prove- Regionals week 2 format breakdown and why consistency beats flippingChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:02:57 - Meta breakdown heading into regionals00:12:44 - Play-ins recap00:19:55 - Week 1 Recap00:51:44 - Tierlist01:39:40 - OutroFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet17 #TFTRegionals #TacticiansCrown #TFTCompetitive #TierList

  8. Jun 11

    Soju has done it again! | Anima Cup Review with k3soju & Marcel P | The Rolldown | Set 17 Episode 7

    In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Marcel P and Soju to break down Cup 3 of the TPC, relive the first-ever 7-game checkmate final lobby in Americas history, and preview who's got what it takes heading into Regional Finals. Oh also, CLE hasn't had his baby yet. But soon™ We cover: - Marcel's crazy comeback in Pro Points and the Tiebreaker ruling. - How Soju won Cup 3 on five hours of sleep while watching the CS2 Major - The first 7-game checkmate lobby in Americas TFT history - Qualifier Point slots to Tactician's Crown & whether the system should change - Regionals Week 1 preview - TFTManager.com (go check it out and tell your favorite streamers to play) - Fantasy draft final standings 00:00 - Intro & Guests 05:00 - Cup 3 Standings 18:00 - Marcel's Tiebreaker 38:00 - The 7-Game Lobby 58:00 - Pro Points & Tac Crown 1:12:00 - Fantasy Recap & TFT Manager 1:28:00 - Regionals Preview Follow us on all platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TacticionsCrown #TFTRegionals #ProPoints #Soju

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Hosted by TFT commentators CLE and Gangly, The Roll Down is your go-to show for everything happening in the pro TFT scene. From grassroots to the pro circuit, from the couch to the crown, we break down tournaments, highlight the biggest plays, and dive into the stories that define the game’s top players.

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