The latest news from Brawl Stars centers on a major collaboration with Stranger Things, marking one of the most ambitious crossovers in the game’s history. Announced in the October 2025 Brawl Talk, this update brings the eerie world of The Upside Down to Starr Park, transforming several Brawlers into versions inspired by the Netflix series. The event introduces exclusive skins such as Eleven Lumi (the Brawl Pass skin), Dustin Nita befriending a Demogorgon, Hopper Bull channeling the Hawkins sheriff, Eddie Draco rocking the arena with his guitar, Will Gus embodying the Upside Down’s dark energy, and Scoops Ahoy Berry in a distinctive ice cream uniform. Many of these skins also feature alternate color variants, adding visual variety and collectibility to the roster[1].

A new game mode called Upside Showdown blends the chaos of Showdown with roguelite progression. Players embark on a five-stage run, selecting a Power upgrade at the start of each stage—ranging from offensive to defensive and speed-based enhancements. Only the top four players advance, and the first to conquer all five stages earns maximum rewards, including trophies and the event-specific Waffles currency. This mode is designed to offer fresh strategic depth and replayability for both casual and competitive listeners[1].

The update also welcomes Gigi, a new Mythic assassin Brawler and part of Juju’s trio. Gigi fights as a possessed ballerina doll, wielding a magical glove. Her main attack, Pirouette Power-up, deals area damage and boosts movement speed. Her Super lets her teleport to ambush enemies and then return, dealing exit damage. Gigi charges her Super by dodging enemy projectiles, a unique mechanic that rewards skillful play. She will be unlockable through a special Brawler Release Event, with Gigi Boxes offering a chance to obtain her and her skins. The event also introduces additional event currency and themed rewards[1].

Hypercharges have undergone a significant rework, now providing standardized stat boosts: +5% attack, +5% defense, and +20% movement speed. New Hypercharges for Pam, Alli, Mina, and Ziggy bring fresh abilities, such as Pam’s turret healing on deploy and Ziggy’s Super returning after reaching max range[1].

Quest systems have been expanded with Mega Quests and Omega Quests, offering chains of objectives and double rewards for the most dedicated players. The Brawl Pass now features a seven-quest chain, with the final quest exclusive to Pass holders. Daily wins remain capped at six, but the reward pool has been refreshed, including Starr Drops, Hypercharged Drops, Sushi Rolls, Mega Boxes, Boom Boxes, and more. Team Up improvements now highlight recent teammates, and XP Doublers now apply to Quest XP as well. For team play, new Trio Wipeout and Trio Gem Grab modes feature four teams of three, adding variety to the multiplayer experience[1].

Outside the in-game content, listeners can redeem the latest QR and Creator Codes for free skins, gems, coins, and exclusive cosmetics. These codes are often distributed through social media, YouTube, or special events and may be time-limited, so prompt redemption is advised[3].

The next Brawl Talk is scheduled for one month from now, promising more surprises and continuing the Stranger Things collaboration. This update signals Brawl Stars’ continued push toward themed events, mechanical innovation, and community engagement, ensuring the game remains fresh for both new and veteran listeners[1].

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