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Blue Archive Unveils Exciting Update: New Story, Units, and Game Mode Added!

by Allison May 12,2025

Blue Archive Unveils Exciting Update: New Story, Units, and Game Mode Added!

Nexon has just launched a thrilling update for Blue Archive, dubbed Rowdy and Cheery, packed with exciting new content for RPG and strategy fans. Dive in to uncover all the fresh elements this update brings to the table!

Who Is The Rowdy And Cheery In Blue Archive?

The Rowdy and Cheery update introduces a lively new story arc centered around a chaotic field trip between Gehenna Academy and the Allied Hyakkiyako Academy. You'll embark on an adventure with Gehenna students as they navigate their way to Hyakkiyako. Amidst this, the Festival Operations Department is busy ensuring everything runs smoothly. Expect a series of wild and entertaining moments across the 10-episode saga, with rewards like Pyroxenes and Credit Points up for grabs upon completing the chapters.

Additionally, the update introduces two new characters: Tsubaki (Guide) from the Allied Hyakkiyako Academy and Umika from the Festival Operations Department. Tsubaki serves as a tour guide during the field trip, while Umika, a Mystic-type Striker, wields a Fireworks Launcher to deliver heavy damage to single targets. Check out these characters in action in the trailer below!

There’s Also A New Game Mode!

The update also brings the Final Restriction Release mode, your chance to challenge tough bosses. You can deploy up to 6 Strikers and 4 Special students per unit to conquer these formidable foes. This mode is available until October 21st, and completing it offers valuable rewards like Credit Points, Enhancement Stones, and Workbooks, essential for the new Talent Unlock growth system.

So, it's time to re-enter the world of Kivotos and explore the new adventures in the Rowdy and Cheery update. Download Blue Archive from the Google Play Store and jump right in!