Anime Vanguards Update 1.5 is almost here, bringing a fresh lineup of powerful units, balance tweaks, and new challenges to Roblox’s hit anime defense game. Here’s exactly when the update drops and how long until it goes live.
So, if you are excited about Anime Vanguards update 1.5, find out the release date and confirmed units shown in the trailer right here.
Anime Vanguards Update 1.5 Release Time and Date
Anime Vanguards Update 1.5 launches on January 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM UTC. Players can access new units and features right after this time on Roblox. A countdown timer tracks the remaining hours on the official Anime Vanguards Discord and game page. Mark your calendar to join the action without delay.
According to the official trailer, Anime Vanguards Update 1.5 Aliens and Spirits is confirmed to be released on November 22, 2024 at 1:00 PM PT (or 4:00 PM ET). To avoid time zone-related confusions, we have included a countdown timer for your convenience. Countdown to Anime Vanguards Update 1.5 00 Days 00 Hours 00 Minutes 00 Seconds
The Anime Vanguards Aliens and Spirits update should now be live! Enjoy!
It has been a month since the game got a new update. Since then, the developers only shared some minor patches and tournament updates. With the update landing tomorrow, we can see more units and some fresh stages along with some much-needed Anime Vanguards codes.
The update is named ‘Aliens and Spirits’ as characters from the Dandadan series will make their way into the game.
Anime Vanguards Update 1.5 Confirmed Units
Update 1.5 introduces several new units that expand team variety and strategies across different maps. Players can expect both popular heroes and fresh faces from major anime series, each featuring unique abilities and upgrade paths. Leaks and early test footage hint at high-damage legendary units and improved support characters, giving collectors and meta players plenty of reasons to grind once the update goes live.
The trailer shows us the upcoming new stage ‘Ayase Residence.’ Along with the stage, we see all the upcoming units from the Dandadan universe in action with all their signature abilities. Here is a list of all upcoming characters in Anime Vanguards update 1.5:
- Okarun
- Ayase Momo
- Seiko Ayase
- Mr. Mantis Shrimp
- King Crimson
Anime Vanguards Update 1.5 patch notes and full changelog
Anime Vanguards Update 1.5, released on November 22, 2024, introduced the “Aliens and Spirits” theme with an Occult Event, new units, and quality-of-life improvements.
Key Additions
The Occult Event features a dungeon, Talismans mechanic, Spirit Wisps, and new modifiers like No Trait No Problem, Warding off Evil, Fisticuffs, Money Surge, and King’s Burden (starting), plus additive Champions such as Strong (III-V), Speed (II-III), Dodge (III-V), Damage (I-II), Cooldown (I-II), Range (I-II), and Slayer (I-II). New Press It options include Precise Attack, Planning Ahead, and Harvest, alongside Common and Uncommon Loot, an Occult Shop, Occult Banner, and bundles. Units added are Divalo (Vanguard), Saiko (Exclusive), Okorun (Exclusive), Pweeny (Exclusive), and Mimi (Exclusive), inspired by Dandadan.
Customization Features
A new Skins System lets players customize units via the Occult Banner, with skins like Igros (Infernal Paladin), Haruka Rin (Miku), Chaso (Vampire), Jag-o (Bling), Todu (School Girl), Tengon (Pirate), Grim Wow (Cacoa), Nazuka (Dress), Goi (Suit), and Kinnua (Suit); some offer event damage boosts. Unit Familiars provide buffs, obtainable from the Occult Event with a 1% drop rate from OccultHunt bosses. New profile banners and a match restarting system with voting were also added.
Improvements and Fixes
Interface animations were added to lobby windows, gold purchase options appear in merchant and evolve sections, and cosmetics auto-unequip when swapping. Passives and numbers now highlight properly in Evolve/Ascensions previews, new units notify on summon, endscreen colors change by win/loss, and minor performance optimizations with bug fixes were implemented. Players need level 20 for the event.
How to access and complete Occult Dungeon
Occult Dungeon Access
Anime Vanguards Update 1.5’s Occult Dungeon forms part of the Occult Event, accessible to players at level 20 or higher. Enter via the event lobby or map interface once the update is live, as it unlocks automatically for eligible accounts.
Completion Steps
Progress through dungeon stages by defeating waves of enemies, collecting Spirit Wisps, and activating modifiers like Warding off Evil or King’s Burden. Use Talismans and Press It options (Precise Attack, Planning Ahead) strategically to boost runs, aiming for OccultHunt bosses that drop Familiars at 1% rate. Completing clears rewards loot, banner pulls, and bundles from the Occult Shop.
Tips for Success
Prioritize new units like Divalo, Saiko, Okorun, Pweeny, and Mimi for synergies in the dungeon. Equip skins and Familiars for buffs, restart matches via voting if needed, and farm modifiers for higher scores. Check the in-game event UI for live progress tracking.
