GungHo Online Entertainment has launched a limited-time collaboration between its mobile puzzle title Puzzle & Dragons and the long-running anime and manga series Gintama. The event, which began on October 28, 2024, introduces new character units, themed dungeons, and exclusive rewards for players in the North American version of the game.
Available Gintama Characters and Units
Players can acquire characters from the Gintama franchise through the collaboration’s dedicated Egg Machine. According to official GungHo Online Entertainment announcements, the lineup includes series protagonist Gintoki Sakata, along with core members of the Odd Jobs agency, Shinpachi Shimura and Kagura.
The event adds high-rarity units that feature unique active skills themed after the series’ comedic and action-oriented combat style. Players can also obtain evolution materials to transform specific characters into their alternate forms, which often feature different leader skills and awakenings.
Event Dungeons and Rewards
The collaboration features multiple specialized dungeons that allow players to earn event-specific currency. By clearing these stages, users can exchange items at the Monster Exchange for exclusive collaboration units or training materials.
- Collaboration Dungeon: A standard stage where players can earn Gintama medals to trade for rare items.
- Skill Leveling Dungeon: A dedicated area for players to maximize the skill levels of their Gintama units quickly.
- Special Challenges: Time-limited quests that offer additional rewards, including Magic Stones, for players who complete specific difficulty tiers.
Strategic Impact on Gameplay
The inclusion of Gintama units provides players with new options for team building, particularly for those utilizing light, dark, or water-attribute teams. As reported by Puzzle & Dragons community databases, many of the new units offer specialized "awakening" skills that help players clear high-difficulty content by providing resistance to status ailments or increasing damage output against specific enemy types.
This collaboration follows a history of similar crossover events in Puzzle & Dragons, such as recent partnerships with Demon Slayer and Final Fantasy. These events serve as a primary method for GungHo to maintain active player engagement by rotating limited-edition content into the game’s ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Gintama event end?
The collaboration is scheduled to conclude on November 10, 2024, at 11:59 PM (UTC-8).
Can I get these characters after the event ends?
No, the Gintama units are exclusive to this event. Once the collaboration period expires, these characters will no longer be available in the Egg Machine or the Monster Exchange.
Do I need to spend money to participate?
While the collaboration Egg Machine requires Magic Stones, players can earn these stones through regular gameplay, login bonuses, and by completing the event’s first-time clear rewards for dungeons.
What is the primary currency for the event?
Players earn "Gintama Medals" (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) by clearing the event dungeons, which can be exchanged at the Monster Exchange menu for collaboration-exclusive rewards.