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Blue Lock's Lunar New Year Update: New Maps and Cosmetics

Jan 28, 2025 7:04 PM

The latest update for the popular Roblox game Blue Lock: Rivals introduces a special Lunar New Year event, bringing new maps and exciting cosmetics for players. This event pass allows users to complete challenges in matches to earn XP and unlock limited-time rewards such as a rideable dragon and a Dragon Cape. Players can also look forward to new features including more optimized maps, an expanded roster of teams, a volley system, keybinding options, and numerous bug fixes aimed at enhancing the overall gameplay experience. This seasonal update is accessible until January 31, so players are encouraged to participate early to maximize their earned rewards.

What new features are introduced in the Blue Lock: Rivals Lunar New Year update?

The update features new maps, a volley system, an expanded pool of teams, keybind options, and a range of bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements, all contributing to a better gameplay experience.

Blue Lock: Rivals is inspired by the hit manga and anime series Blue Lock, which revolves around a high-stakes soccer competition designed to develop Japan's strongest striker. The game uniquely blends powered-up soccer mechanics with elements from the anime, appealing to both sports fans and anime enthusiasts alike. Since its launch in July, the game has seen multiple updates, including character reworks and new abilities, maintaining its momentum as a popular choice in the Roblox platform.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-01-28 21:42:04
This Lunar New Year update for *Blue Lock: Rivals* feels like a perfect mix of festive flair and solid gameplay upgrades—props to the devs for keeping the momentum alive with fresh content and quality-of-life tweaks. The rideable dragon is a hilarious touch, and the new volley system sounds like it’ll add some serious spice to matches
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2025-01-28 21:36:04
This Lunar New Year update for *Blue Lock: Rivals* is such a fun way to blend seasonal vibes with gameplay improvements—love the rideable dragon and the added keybinding options for smoother controls. It’s awesome to see the devs keeping the game fresh with new maps and mechanics while staying true to the anime’s high-energy soccer spirit
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