1st Anniversary Info for Kaiju No. 8 The Game (KJ8 The Game). Check the event schedule, new character, free 8 daily pulls, and how to get 25,000+ Dimensional Crystals.
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Special Program Information
Kaiju No. 8 Day Special Program Broadcast!
Anime and game information was shared, and the latest 1st Anniversary information has also been revealed. A large amount of new character and new content information was announced.
New Characters Announced in the Special Program
| Released on Aug 10 (UTC+8) | Releases on Aug 20 (UTC+8) |
 Reno (No. 6) |  Kikoru (Weapon No. 4) |
Official Special Program Mini Broadcast
| Broadcast Date | Aug 30, 2026 7:00 PM (UTC+9) |
It was announced that the Official Special Program Mini will broadcast from Aug 30. It is said that further information regarding characters, story, and more will be revealed.
New Character Info
New Reno Implemented!
"Reno Ichikawa (The Reigning King of Kaiju)" is implemented on Aug 10 (UTC+8)! The new Reno is a Support with the Shot/Ice Attribute, and he is a character who can enhance ally firepower and also has a self-buff that increases his own firepower.
Reno (The Reigning King of Kaiju) Guide
Upcoming No. 4 Kikoru
It was announced that "Kikoru Shinomiya (Successor to the Valkyrie)" is scheduled to be implemented on Aug 20 (UTC+8). Kikoru is an Attacker with two Attributes, Slash/Wind, and a Blast Attack Extra Attack, and she is said to be the first character with an Enhanced Ultimate.
Kikoru Image Released
New Kaiju No. 8 Implemented!
Kaiju No. 8 (Strike from the Kaiju Dimension) is an Attacker with Transcendence Arts. When the Transcendence Gauge is maxed out, all skills are enhanced to Transcended Skills, allowing him to deal both Blunt and Lightning damage.
Kaiju No. 8 (Strike from the Kaiju Dimension)
Upcoming Events
8 Major Events Revealed!
The 8 major events for the 1st Anniversary were announced in the official special program. In addition to events such as Kaiju Rush and Special Events, new content is also being prepared.
Upcoming Special Event "Valkyrie of Aspiration"
| Release Date | Aug 20, 2026 (UTC+8) |
On Aug 20 (UTC+8), the same day the new Kikoru is implemented, the Special Event "Valkyrie of Aspiration" has also been confirmed! It appears that Kikoru and Hikari will appear.
Round 1 Info Summary
Round 1 Event Summary
| 1. | 1st Anniv. Round 1 Login Bonus Event Period: Aug 1, 2026 11:00 - Aug. 19, 2026 02:59 (UTC+8) - Log in during the event period to claim up to 5 Pickup Gacha Tickets and Stamina Jelly. |
| 2. | 8 Free Pulls Daily Gacha Event Event Date: Aug 1, 2026 11:00 - Oct 8, 2026 10:59 (UTC+8) |
| 3. | Paid-Only ★5 Guaranteed Gacha [Blunt] Scheduled Start: Aug 5, 2026 20:00 (UTC+8) - Round 1 features the Blunt Attribute, Round 2 the Shot Attribute, Round 3 the Slash Attribute, and Round 4 will feature all 5★ characters from Rounds 1 through 3. |
| 4. | Main Story Chapter 14 Released Release Date: Aug 1, 2026 11:00 (UTC+8) - To celebrate the new chapter, special New Chapter and Login Bonus events are live! |
| 5. | [Limited] Kaiju No. 8 Pickup Gacha Event Date: Aug 1, 2026 11:00 - Aug 20, 2026 10:59 (UTC+8) |
| 6. | 1st Anniv. THE GAME Missions Event Date: Aug 1, 2026 11:00 (UTC+8) |
| 7. | 1st Anniv. Packs Sale Date: Aug 1, 2026 11:00 (UTC+8) |
| 8. | 2x Training Rewards Campaign Event Event Period: Aug 1, 2026 03:00 - Aug 21, 2026 02:59 (UTC+8) - Boosts drop rates for Defense Force Manuals, Kaijumite, and Credits. |
Kaiju Rush Is Held!
| Event Period | Until Aug 22, 2026 10:59 (UTC+8) |
Starting Aug 8, Kaiju Rush is being held! Kaiju Rush is an event where you take on consecutive battles with a single team, with HP, SP, and other stats carrying over between battles. Limited-time missions also appear, and various rewards can be obtained, so be sure to participate.
Narumi's Week at Work Release Date Announcement Login Bonus
| Event Date | Until Aug 22, 3:59 AM JST (UTC+9) |
Starting Aug 8, a Login Bonus to celebrate the announcement of the "Narumi's Week at Work" broadcast date is being held! Be sure to take on the challenge as you can obtain up to 1 Pickup Gacha Ticket and up to 150 Dimensional Crystals.
Step-Up Gacha Card Exchange Shop Now Available!
| Exchange Period | Aug 5, 2026 20:00 - Oct 15 19:59 (UTC+8) |
With the "1st Anniversary Step-Up Gacha," you can obtain Step-Up Gacha Cards.
By pulling the Step-Up Gacha using Dimensional Crystals (paid), you can obtain 10 cards, and 200 cards can be exchanged for a target 5★ character, and 120 cards for a target 5★ weapon.
Zoee Pickup Rerun
| PU Period | Until Aug 17, 2026 10:59 (UTC+8) |
Starting Aug 7, the Zoee Pickup Gacha is being re-run! Zoee is an excellent Attacker with Enhanced skills and a two-Attribute Blast Attack, capable of performing well in high-difficulty stages such as the Fierce Battle Area.
She is also a rare limited character, so if you want her, take this opportunity to consider obtaining her.
Zoee Wanderfalke (5-Star) Guide
Paid-Only ★5 Guaranteed Gacha [Blunt] Held!
| Gacha Period | Until Aug 20, 2026 10:59 (UTC+8) |
| Number of Attempts | 1 time only |
Starting Aug 6, the Paid Limited 5★ Guaranteed Gacha [Blunt] is being held! While this Gacha can only be pulled using paid Dimensional Crystals, you are guaranteed to obtain at least one 5★ character.
Featured 5★ Characters
| Featured 5★ Characters | |||
 Suited (Curiosity) |  Kaiju No. 8 (Scorching) |  Sagan (Destiny) |  Aoi Kaguragi |
 Greatsword Kikoru |  Isao (Prime) |  Kikoru (No. 2) | |
Main Story Chapter 14 Released
Main Story Chapter 14 released on Aug 1 (UTC+8). To celebrate the update, New Chapter and Login Bonus events are underway, so jump in and clear them for free rewards!
1st Anniv. THE GAME Missions
| Event Period | Aug 1, 2026 11:00 - Aug 27, 2026 11:59 (UTC+8) |
Starting Aug 1 (UTC+8), Round 1 of the 1st Anniv. THE GAME Mission is live! You can earn rewards like the Kaiju No. 8 Home Background, Dimensional Crystals, and Pickup Gacha Tickets, along with Crystal Fragments, Potential Unlocking Materials, and more. Make sure to complete them before the event ends.
8 Free Pulls Daily Gacha
| Event Period | Aug 1, 2026 11:00 - Oct 8, 2026 10:59 (UTC+8) |
The 8 Free Pulls Daily Gacha is currently active! Claim your event tickets from the "8 Free Pulls Gacha Tickets Login Bonus" to pull daily.
The banner pool includes content from the "THE GAME Gacha," as well as select 5-Star characters and weapons previously featured in Pickup Gachas.
8 Free Pulls Daily Gacha Featured Characters
Starting Aug 1, the 1st ANNIVERSARY Commemoration Login Bonus Part 1 is being held! Be sure to claim them as you can obtain a home background, up to 5 PU Gacha Tickets, up to 300 Dimensional Crystals, and 5★ Unimaterials.
1st Anniv. Round 1 Login Bonus
| Event Period | Aug 1, 2026 11:00 - Aug. 19, 2026 02:59 (UTC+8) |
Starting Aug 1, the 1st Anniv. Round 1 Login Bonus is being live! Be sure to claim them as you can obtain a home background, up to 5 Pickup Gacha Tickets, up to 300 Dimensional Crystals, and 5★ Unimaterials.
1st Anniv. Packs
| Sale Period | Aug 1, 2026 11:00 - Aug 20, 2026 10:59 (UTC+8) |
Starting Jul. 31 (PST), the 1st Anniversary Commemorative Packs are live in the shop! These bundles feature Dimensional Crystals, Potential Unlocking Shards, and more. If you plan on buying, make sure to grab them before the sale ends!
2x Training Rewards Campaign Event
| Event Period | Aug 1, 2026 03:00 - Aug 21, 2026 02:59 (UTC+8) |
Clear designated Training stages during the event period to score double drops! Starting Aug 1, Defense Force Manuals, Kaijumite, and Credits are eligible for double rewards up to 10 times daily, so don't forget to run your daily sweeps!
Training Guide - How to Farm Materials
1st Anniversary Event Period
1st Anniversary Is Here!
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The 1st Anniversary officially kicks off on Aug 1 (UTC+8)! The celebration is packed with content, including the debut of Anniversary Kaiju No. 8, a New Chapter Event, and free Gacha pulls.
1st Anniversary Campaign Goes Up to Round 4!
| Round 1 | Starts from Aug 1 (UTC+8) |
| Round 2 | Starts from Aug 20 (UTC+8) |
| Round 3 | Starts from Aug 31 (UTC+8) |
| Round 4 | Starts from Sep 14 (UTC+8) |
It has been announced that the 1st Anniversary Campaign will run up to Round 4. The content schedules for Round 1 and Round 2 of the 1st Anniversary have also been announced.
Round 1 Content Schedule
Round 2 Content Schedule
Earn Over 25,000 Dimensional Crystals
You can earn over 25,000 Dimensional Crystals in total from Login Bonuses and event rewards throughout the 1st Anniversary event. Make sure to participate in every event during the period to hoard as many crystals as possible!
How to Farm Dimensional Crystals
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