Experience a Thrilling Expedition to Find the Legendary Cryptid in Blue Archive's Update

New Students, Story, Boss Raid and Double Campaign Rewards for New and Returning Players to Enjoy


Seoul - July 22, 2026 - NEXON's anime-style RPG Blue Archive has released the new “Kivotos' Unsolved Mystery: In Search of Tsuchinoko, the Unknown Creature” update on both Steam and mobile. This update features new students, Konoka (★3) and Rena (★3), returning students, a new event story, “Kivotos' Unsolved Mystery: In Search of Tsuchinoko, the Unknown Creature,” and campaign rewards.

In Blue Archive, players take on the role of an advisor to the Federal Investigation Club S.C.H.A.L.E., (aka SCHALE) located in Kivotos, a massive city with numerous academies. As they investigate the city's endless stream of incidents, they'll build relationships with charming anime students through a blend of RPG Action Strategy and thrilling military action gameplay.

Blue Archive's “Kivotos' Unsolved Mystery: In Search of Tsuchinoko, the Unknown Creature” update includes the following new content and activities that are available for a limited time:

*Pick-up Recruitment Event - Blue Archive's new pick-up recruitment is starting up with two new students:
*Konoka (★3): Konoka is a new Mystic-type Tank who excels at disrupting enemies on the frontline. Her EX Skill unleashes a devastating blow to all enemies in a fan-shaped area. Furthermore, she recovers a portion of her health whenever she takes damage during her skill activation, ensuring high survivability and stable combat performance.
*Rena (★3): Rena, from the Wild Hunt Academy of Arts, joins the roster as an Explosive-type Supporter. Her EX Skill removes one harmful debuff from a single ally while boosting their Defense. Notably, her skill significantly increases both the Critical Damage and Attack Power of 'Special' students, maximizing the damage potential of backline allies and offering a thrilling depth to tactical combat.
*Returning Students - Fans will also be delighted to hear that Hare (3★, Camp), Kotama (3★, Camp), Maki (3★, Camp) and Misaki (3★) are making a return in this update.
*Kivotos' Unsolved Mystery: In Search of Tsuchinoko, the Unknown Creature Update - In the new event story, Konoka (★3) embarks on a thrilling expedition to find the legendary cryptid “Tsuchinoko” to ward off a terrible fortune. Accompanied by Sensei and her eccentric online friends, Rena (★3) and Tsubasa, the investigation team heads to an isolated mountain lodge. There, they must navigate through fake rumors, delinquent ambushes, and a series of genuinely spooky supernatural phenomena to uncover the truth behind the mystery. Players will be able to acquire Pyroxene, Credit Points and other special rewards upon completing the story, quest and challenge.
*Final Restriction Release: Tiphareth (Elastic Armor) - From July 21 at 7:00 PM through August 17 at 11:59 PM (PST), players can claim all rewards up through the highest cleared stage once the Final Restriction Release boss is defeated.
*Total Assault: Goz (Field Warfare) - From July 27 at 7:00 PM through August 3 at 11:59 PM (PST), players can earn Clear Rewards, Total Points Rewards and Rank Rewards once the Total Assault boss is defeated.
*Double Rewards Campaigns - Players can earn double rewards in various campaigns. Through the “Bounty Double Rewards Campaign,” players can earn double rewards from July 20 at 12:00 PM through July 27 at 11:59 PM (PST). Additionally, players can also earn additional double rewards from the “Mission (Normal) Double Rewards Campaign” from July 27 at 12:00 PM through August 3 at 11:59 PM (PST). For more details, check out the July Double Rewards Campaign event notice.

Players worldwide can download Blue Archive for free on Android, iOS and Steam.

More information on Blue Archive is available below:
*Blue Archive Official Webpage: [LINK]  
*Blue Archive Official Forum: [LINK]  
*Blue Archive Official Discord: [LINK]  
*Blue Archive Official Twitter: [LINK]  
*Blue Archive Official Facebook: [LINK]
*Blue Archive Official Steam Page: [LINK]

About NEXON Korea
Founded in 1994, NEXON Korea is engaged in the production, development, and operation of online games. With a diverse portfolio of over 40 live games available in more than 190 countries, NEXON Korea offers engaging entertainment experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms. Renowned for its iconic franchises, including MapleStory and Dungeon&Fighter, as well as newer titles like The First Descendant and The First Berserker: Khazan, NEXON Korea is dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality game experiences to players worldwide. For more information, visit the official website: https://company.Nexon.com/en/.

More about Blue Archive
Blue Archive is a mobile RPG developed by NEXON Games, featuring a cast of charming students and expansive, adventure-filled stories set in the academy city of Kivotos. Players take on the role of Sensei, an advisor to the Federal Investigation Club Schale, and work to resolve the countless incidents occurring across the city. Since its global launch on Android and iOS on November 19, 2021, Blue Archive has captured the hearts of millions of players worldwide — and is now reaching an even broader range of players with the official Steam launch on July 4.
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