MLBB has built one of the most consistent collaboration pipelines in mobile gaming. Since the first King of Fighters crossover in 2019, Moonton has partnered with anime studios, film franchises, toy brands, and entertainment companies to deliver licensed skins that completely rework hero visuals, skill effects, and animations. This is the full record of every confirmed collab, which heroes got skins, and what's coming in 2026.
All licensed collaboration skins in MLBB are classified as Grand Skins, available exclusively through limited-time draw events. Once an event window closes, skins are gone until a resale event returns them. That scarcity is part of the design, so knowing what's been confirmed matters.
#MLBB x The King of Fighters (KOF)
Year: 2019 (Wave 1), 2020 (Wave 2), 2022 (Wave 3), 2024 (Wave 4)
KOF is the collab that started it all, and it's the one Moonton returns to most often. The crossover has expanded across four waves, making it the largest collab by total skin count in MLBB history.
| Hero | KOF Character | Wave |
|---|---|---|
| Guinevere | Athena Asamiya | Wave 1 (2019) |
| Chou | Iori Yagami | Wave 1 (2019) |
| Karina | Leona | Wave 2 (2020) |
| Dyrroth | Orochi Chris | Wave 2 (2020) |
| Aurora | Kula Diamond | Wave 2 (2020) |
| Gusion | K' | Wave 3 (2022) |
| Valir | Kyo Kusanagi | Wave 4 (2024) |
| Masha | Mai Shiranui | Wave 4 (2024) |
| Paquito | Terry Bogard | Wave 4 (2024) |
The KOF collab returned again in January 2026, bringing back all existing KOF skins via the standard gacha event. Among these, Gusion's K' skin remains arguably the most visually striking, with deep red particle trails on every ability. Chou's Iori Yagami was the first to receive an optimized effect update when the collab resold in 2025.
#MLBB x Star Wars
Year: 2021 (Wave 1), 2022 (Wave 2)
Star Wars marked MLBB's first major Western entertainment collab, and it pulled some of the most iconic characters in cinema history.
| Hero | Star Wars Character | Wave |
|---|---|---|
| Argus | Darth Vader | Wave 1 (2021) |
| Cyclops | Master Yoda | Wave 1 (2021) |
| Alucard | Obi-Wan Kenobi | Wave 1 (2021) |
| Kimmy | First Order Jet Trooper | Wave 2 (2022) |
Argus as Darth Vader is the crown jewel of this collab. The full armored design and dark force particle effects on every skill remain some of the best visual work in MLBB's licensed skin catalog. The Cyclops and Master Yoda pairing works well thematically, given both characters have an otherworldly intelligence aesthetic. Kimmy's Jet Trooper skin is the most forgettable of the four, largely because a generic trooper doesn't carry the same personality weight as the named characters.
#MLBB x Transformers
Year: 2021 (Wave 1), 2022 (Wave 2)
Transformers went all-in on the Autobots vs. Decepticons concept, splitting the skin roster accordingly. Johnson as Optimus Prime is worth mentioning separately because it transforms Johnson's literal tank design into Optimus's iconic truck chassis, which is thematically perfect.
| Hero | Transformers Character | Wave |
|---|---|---|
| Granger | Megatron | Wave 1 (2021) |
| Johnson | Optimus Prime | Wave 1 (2021) |
| X.Borg | Bumblebee | Wave 1 (2021) |
| Popol and Kupa | Soundwave & Ravage | Wave 2 (2022) |
| Roger | Grimlock | Wave 2 (2022) |
| Aldous | Starscream | Wave 2 (2022) |
Six skins across two waves. Popol and Kupa as Soundwave and Ravage is inspired casting: the duo hero matched with one of KOF's most iconic villain and companion pairs. Roger's Grimlock skin handles the beast transformation well given Roger's innate werewolf mechanic. This collab returned in early 2023 for a resale event.
#MLBB x Sanrio Characters
Year: 2022
Sanrio was MLBB's first major cute/character brand collab, and it performed well commercially. The skins lean fully into the pastel aesthetic, with Angela's Hello Kitty redesign drawing particular attention for its companion animations. This collab was aimed at a specific audience and delivered exactly what that audience wanted. Everyone else can skip it.
#MLBB x Saint Seiya
Year: 2022
Saint Seiya holds a notable distinction: it was MLBB's first anime collaboration. Before Naruto, before JJK, before Attack on Titan, Moonton tested anime licensing with Masami Kurumada's classic armor-based franchise.
| Hero | Saint Seiya Character |
|---|---|
| Badang | Pegasus Seiya / Sagittarius Seiya |
| Chou | Dragon Shiryu / Libra Shiryu |
| Valir | Phoenix Ikki / Leo Ikki |
Each hero received two forms matching the Silver and Gold Cloth armor upgrades from the anime. Chou's Dragon Shiryu is the most requested resale from this collab, given Chou's existing KOF skin made him one of the most-skinned fighters in the roster. The Saint Seiya skins returned in mid-2025 with optimized effects.
#MLBB x Jujutsu Kaisen
Year: 2023 (Phase 1)
JJK was a turning point. The quality of visual effects in this collab noticeably exceeded what MLBB had done with previous anime collabs. Xavier's Satoru Gojo skin set a new benchmark for collab skin particle work at the time of release.
Xavier as Gojo is the centerpiece. The Infinity mechanics and blindfold visual design translate directly into Xavier's long-range skill animations. Yin's Yuji Itadori skin reworks every skill into Divergent Fist and Black Flash variants. The skins returned in 2024 and again with an optimized update in 2025. Phase 2 is reportedly in development, though nothing has been officially confirmed as of March 2026.
#MLBB x Attack on Titan
Year: 2024 (Phase 1), December 2025 (Resale)
Attack on Titan delivered three skins that are difficult to argue against. The hero-character matching here is some of the most thoughtful casting in MLBB's collab history.
Fanny as Mikasa is the standout. Both characters are defined by aerial mobility and blade combat, so the collab skin doesn't feel like a stretch. The ODM gear visuals in Fanny's cable skills are executed cleanly, and the skill effects don't oversell the reference. Yin as Eren is more visually dramatic, going full Titan transformation during his ultimate. Martis as Levi is the most mechanically accurate pairing: relentless, methodical, and technically precise.
This collab resold in December 2025 with updated skin effects. Demand for a Phase 2, potentially adding characters like Armin or Historia, continues in the community, but Moonton hasn't announced anything.
#MLBB x Hunter x Hunter (HxH)
Year: January 2025 (Phase 1)
Hunter x Hunter ran as one of MLBB's earlier 2025 events, debuting in January.
Cecilion as Hisoka is the unexpected highlight. Hisoka's magician aesthetic and Cecilion's blood-magic performance art overlap better than they have any right to. Harith as Killua makes natural sense given both heroes share a small, fast, electricity-themed kit profile. Dyrroth as Gon is fun but less cohesive visually. The collab drew strong reception in Southeast Asia and Japan specifically.
#MLBB x Naruto (Phase 1)
Year: May 2025 (Phase 1)
The Naruto collab was MLBB's biggest event of 2025 by scope. Beyond the skins themselves, the event overhauled the battlefield with ninja-themed minions, turrets, and a Madara Uchiha Lord reskin.
| Hero | Naruto Character | Obtainable |
|---|---|---|
| Lukas | Naruto Uzumaki | Draw event |
| Suyou | Sasuke Uchiha | Draw event |
| Kalea | Sakura Haruno | Draw event |
| Hayabusa | Kakashi Hatake | Draw event |
| Vale | Gaara | Free via event missions |
The Vale / Gaara skin was obtainable at no cost by completing the Path of Ninja missions, which was one of the more player-friendly free skin paths MLBB has offered for a collab. Lukas as Naruto and Suyou as Sasuke carry the event visually, with Kurama transformation and Susanoo effects respectively.
#MLBB x SpongeBob SquarePants
Year: November 2025 to January 2026
Yes, SpongeBob. MLBB's most left-field collab since Sanrio, and it committed fully to the absurdist humor of the source material.
Cyclops as SpongeBob is either the best or worst skin in MLBB depending on your tolerance for chaos. The ability effects go full Bikini Bottom: bubbles, spatulas, jellyfish. Gloo as Patrick works thematically since both characters have amorphous body types. The Friend Fest event that ran alongside it included a free skin path through Cyclops, making this accessible to players who simply wanted the novelty.
#KOF Resale - January 2026
All nine KOF collab skins returned in late January 2026 via the standard gacha draw event. This was not a new collab wave, just a resale. If you missed any of the original KOF skins, this was the window to get them. Whether another KOF wave is coming hasn't been announced.
#MLBB x Naruto Phase 2 (March 2026)
According to leaks from AceUnyil and confirmed by multiple community sources, Naruto Phase 2 is scheduled for March 27, 2026. This is not yet officially confirmed by Moonton.
| Hero | Naruto Character |
|---|---|
| Julian | Itachi Uchiha |
| Gusion | Minato Namikaze |
Plus returning Phase 1 skins for Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Kakashi.
Julian's Itachi skin reportedly features Susanoo arm effects on enhanced basic attacks, Amaterasu-inspired black flame visuals, and crow imagery throughout. Gusion's Minato skin builds around the Hiraishin mechanic, replacing daggers with Flying Thunder God kunai and triggering sharp yellow flash teleport effects.
For full details on what Phase 2 contains and the cost breakdown, see our dedicated MLBB x Naruto Phase 2 article.
#Upcoming 2026 Collabs: Leaks and Rumors
These are unconfirmed. Treat them as community speculation until Moonton makes an official announcement.
MLBB x Bleach (Rumored: Mid-2026)
Multiple leakers point to a Bleach collaboration targeting mid-2026, with July as the most frequently cited window. Community speculation on hero-character pairings:
- Alucard as Ichigo Kurosaki
- Argus as Byakuya Kuchiki (or Ulquiorra)
- Harith as Toshiro Hitsugaya
- Floryn as Orihime Inoue
- Rukia Kuchiki as an unannounced hero
Code strings referencing Bleach have reportedly been found in blank skin slots for Alucard and Argus, which gave early credibility to the rumor.
MLBB x One Piece (Rumored: Late 2026)
One Piece remains the most-requested collab in the MLBB community, and leakers have suggested it is in development for late 2026. No heroes have been officially confirmed. Popular community suggestions include Alucard as Luffy, Ling as Zoro, and various hero matchups for Nami, Sanji, and Robin. Nothing is verified.
MLBB x Jujutsu Kaisen Phase 2 (Rumored: 2026)
Phase 2 JJK has been discussed in the community for some time, with leakers suggesting new characters like Sukuna, Nanami, or Todo. No confirmed heroes, no confirmed date. Given Phase 1's commercial success, a Phase 2 return seems likely but remains unannounced.
#Quick Reference: All Confirmed Collabs
| Collab | Year | Heroes |
|---|---|---|
| x KOF Wave 1 | 2019 | Guinevere, Chou, Karina |
| x KOF Wave 2 | 2020 | Dyrroth, Aurora |
| x Star Wars Wave 1 | 2021 | Argus, Cyclops, Alucard |
| x Transformers Wave 1 | 2021 | Granger, Johnson, X.Borg |
| x Sanrio | 2022 | Angela, Chang'e, Floryn, Claude |
| x Saint Seiya | 2022 | Badang, Chou, Valir |
| x KOF Wave 3 | 2022 | Gusion |
| x Star Wars Wave 2 | 2022 | Kimmy |
| x Transformers Wave 2 | 2022 | Popol and Kupa, Roger, Aldous |
| x Jujutsu Kaisen Phase 1 | 2023 | Yin, Julian, Melissa, Xavier |
| x KOF Wave 4 | 2024 | Valir, Masha, Paquito |
| x Attack on Titan | 2024 | Yin, Fanny, Martis |
| x Hunter x Hunter | Jan 2025 | Dyrroth, Harith, Cecilion, Julian |
| x Naruto Phase 1 | May 2025 | Lukas, Suyou, Kalea, Hayabusa, Vale |
| x SpongeBob | Nov 2025 | Cyclops, Gloo, Bane, Kimmy |
| x Naruto Phase 2 | Mar 2026* | Julian, Gusion |
*Unconfirmed, based on leaks.
Moonton's collab pipeline has accelerated noticeably from 2024 onward. Where the game once ran one major collab per year, it now runs multiple overlapping events. The quality floor has also risen: every collab since JJK 2023 has featured fully reworked skill effects, not just model swaps. That's the standard now.
#Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still get old collab skins? Most collab skins return through resale events. Moonton typically brings back popular collabs 12 to 24 months after the original event, often with updated skill effects. The best way to stay informed is to watch official MLBB social channels for resale announcements.
Do collab skins change hero performance? No. Collab skins are purely cosmetic. Skill effects, animations, and sounds are reworked, but none of that affects hero stats, hitboxes, or damage output.
Which MLBB collab has the best skins? Xavier's Satoru Gojo (JJK), Fanny's Mikasa (AoT), and Gusion's K' (KOF) are consistently rated the highest by the community for visual quality. The Naruto Phase 1 event stands out for event scope: the battlefield overhaul and free skin path made it the most complete collab experience MLBB has offered.
Are One Piece and Bleach collabs confirmed for 2026? Not officially. Both are based on leaks and community speculation. Moonton has not made announcements about either collab. Treat all 2026 rumor dates as unverified until official teasers appear.
What's the cheapest way to get a collab skin? Daily participation during the event window is the most diamond-efficient approach. The discounted first pull and daily free tokens add up significantly over a 4-week event. Waiting for resale events is also valid if you missed the original window, though not all skins return every cycle.