Tony Cannon

The other half of the Cannon brothers, instrumental in creating EVO and developing GGPO, revolutionary rollback netcode for fighting games. Currently working on 2XKO at Riot Games.

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Jan 3, 2025 • 55min

Tom & Tony Cannon: The Birth of the FGC, Founding EVO, Riot Games, and 2XKO...

Tom and Tony Cannon, the innovative duo behind EVO and creators of groundbreaking GGPO netcode, share their journey from arcade days to establishing the largest fighting game tournament. They discuss pivotal moments like the legendary 'Moment 37' and the challenges of fostering community in esports. The Cannons share their current work on 2XKO at Riot Games, translating League of Legends characters into fighting game mechanics. Their insights illuminate the evolution of competitive gaming and the importance of innovation and community engagement in shaping the future.

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