The first major patch for Anime Rangers X has officially dropped, and it’s packed with new content.
From 13 new characters and portal bosses to evolution mechanics, trait nerfs, and a fresh code to redeem—Update 1 is the biggest step forward for the game so far.
If you’re planning to strengthen your team or dive deeper into late-game content, this is the update you need to study.
New Units Added in Update 1
A total of 13 new units have been introduced across banners, boxes, portals, and tournament rewards.
Here’s a breakdown by source:
Quinque Box Units
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Kishou Arima (Evo 0 & 1) – Excellent against bosses with stacking bonus damage and stuns
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Haise Sasaki (Black Reaper) – Powerful when under low HP, pairs well with Arima
Gem Banner Units
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Koutarou Amon – Gains healing boost for every enemy killed
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Juuzou Suzuya (Evo 0 & 1) – Deals bleed damage
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Ken Kaneki (Evo 0–2) – Becomes stronger when damaged, scales well with evolution
Other Units
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Noro – Can instantly kill non-boss enemies, but stuns himself
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Yamori (Jason) – Deals massive damage but may attack allies
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Tatara – Applies strong burn damage over time
Portal Unit
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Eto Yoshimura – Self-heals on kill, with huge stat buffs at low HP
Battle Pass Units
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Sakamoto – Fast-hitting character
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Nagumo – Applies damage-amplifying debuff
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Osaragi – Deals heavy bleed damage
Tournament Reward
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Rayleigh – Can stun enemies on skill activation, highly effective in ranked matches
Story and Stage Expansion
Update 1 also adds a new Ghoul City storyline with 10 fresh chapters.
There’s a new Ranger Stage featuring 5 acts built for tougher challenge modes.
If you’re looking to grind through more PvE content, this is your chance.
Boss Portal System
The newly added Boss Portal feature allows players to face high-tier enemies for rewards like RC Cells and the chance to unlock Eto Yoshimura.
Bosses are divided into Tier I, II, and III, with increasing difficulty and loot.
Make sure your team is evolved and prepared before entering these portal battles.
New Titles and Profile Customization
Two new profile titles are now available:
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One-Eyed Reaper
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Masked Predator
These can be unlocked through new achievements introduced in this update.
Gameplay Changes and Balance Updates
Several major adjustments have been made to gameplay systems:
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RC Cell Exchange system now available via NPC near Play Stage
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Player XP reduced by 50%, but Food XP usage is now unlimited
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Stat Max Yen cap increased from Lv. 50 to Lv. 100
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Enemy spawn rate increased across most stages
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Trait reroll weakened on evolved and high-tier units
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Carrot AOE is now circular instead of linear
These changes are designed to improve late-game scaling and make progression more meaningful.
Code for Anime Rangers X Update 1
Here’s the latest code released with the patch:
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UPDATE 1 – Redeem this for a special gift
Enter the code from the game’s main menu to instantly claim your rewards.
More codes may be released during the ongoing update cycle, so check regularly for bonuses.
Tips for Using the Best New Units
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Use Arima for boss fights to stun and stack damage
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Pair Haise with Arima for powerful synergy in low HP fights
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Ken Kaneki performs well on the frontlines when under pressure
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Eto is highly efficient in portal mode with conditional buffs
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Rayleigh is a strong addition for tournament play due to his stun
Focus on units with evolutions and bleed or burn effects for long-term effectiveness in both PvE and PvP.
Final Thoughts
Anime Rangers X Update 1 is a content-rich expansion that brings strategic depth, competitive challenge, and new progression options.
Whether you’re aiming for summon-only units, pushing through boss portals, or grinding Battle Pass rewards, now is the perfect time to build a powerful roster.
Don’t forget to redeem your free code and check the Blood Moon shop for potential synergy with portal builds.