2female
2female is a term used primarily in the context of online gaming and esports, particularly within the *League of Legends* community. It refers to a player who identifies as female and competes in the male-only ranked queue, often to challenge stereotypes about female gamers or to experience the competitive scene from a different perspective. The term gained prominence in the mid-2010s as more players explored gender dynamics in esports.
The practice of playing as "2female" is not officially recognized by Riot Games, the developer of *League
Critics of the term argue that it reinforces outdated gender divisions, while supporters view it as a
While 2female remains a niche phenomenon, it reflects ongoing conversations about gender, performance, and community in