Cookie Run Kingdom Update for April 2025: New Cookies and Toppings
Introducing the New Legendary Cookie: Fire Spirit Cookie
- Fire Spirit Cookie, a formidable Magic Cookie, wields the powerful skill “Ever-Burning Flames.”
- Upon activation, he dashes toward foes while scorching the terrain, dealing Periodic Damage. This culminates in an impactful Flame Explosion, inflicting Explosive Burn on enemies.
- His ability allows him to hurl a Fire Orb at the closest enemy, causing significant area damage, and triggering a Chain Explosion for nearby enemies until all targets are eliminated. At the beginning of the fight, he grants his team a defensive Wall of Fire.
- Fire Spirit Cookie’s prowess is enhanced when accompanied by additional Fire-type Cookies, intensifying his battle skills. If he falls in combat, he is revived with the Unquenchable Flames mechanic, summoning Flame Hydras if allies are taken down. Notably, he has natural resistance to both Burn and Explosive Burn effects.
New Epic Cookie: Agar Agar Cookie
- As an Ambush Cookie, Agar Agar Cookie utilizes the skill “Ravenous Mirror.”
- This unique ability allows her to replicate the skills of notable Legendary Guardians of Nature, including Fire Spirit Cookie and others, as long as they are on the same team. If none are present, she randomly selects a skill. Her actions grant allies Immunity to Shackles, while debuffing foes with reduced ATK and MOV speeds.
New Resonant Toppings: Flaming Toppings
- Introducing a brand-new selection of Toppings available exclusively for specific Cookies.
- Only Fire Spirit Cookie and Agar Agar Cookie can equip these Toppings.
- Resonant Toppings do not necessitate exclusive set effects to unlock their potential.
- Compared to regular Toppings, Resonant ones provide enhanced bonus values.
- The effects from Resonant Toppings may vary from those of standard Toppings.
Exploration in the New Mines Feature
Activities to Engage in the Mines
- Venture: Dive into mining expeditions to uncover various cards and rewards!
- Mining: Extract Ore Vein Cards acquired from mining ventures to earn rewards.
- Mine Battle: Engage in battles utilizing Cookie and MyCookie battle cards, scoring Agar Cubes as a reward.
- Agar Cube Removal: Utilize obtained Agar Cubes in the furnace to melt them for rewards.
- Appraisal: Analyze fossils gathered during mining for hidden treasures.
- Mine Workshop: Utilize collected ingredients to craft various useful items.
Overview of Mine Venture Activities
- Deploy Cookies in a Mining Cart to explore tunnels for a designated timeframe.
- Once a level reaches 100% completion, transition to the subsequent one.
- Upon venture completion, rewards are granted based on the last fully explored level.
- Keep in mind that participating Cookies’ HP will deplete over ventures, influenced by their Venture Skills and Speed.
- Upon completing a Mine Venture, players can earn rewards along with Flour Stones. Use Miner’s Express Tickets to expedite the venture process.
- Pausing a venture midway allows for claimable rewards based on progress, though it results in forfeiting used Venture Tool Cards.
Venture Cookies Assignment
- Up to four Cookies can be assigned to a Mine Venture, each possessing unique traits that influence efficiency.
- Low HP may negatively affect a Cookie’s efficiency at the beginning of the venture.
Essential Venture Tools
- Hearty Lunch: A fulfilling meal that enhances HP by +25.
- Treasure Container: Improves Mine Venture rewards by +5%.
- Rapid Action Engine Oil: Reduces Mine Venture time by -40%.
Upgrading Your Mine Carts
- As you navigate deeper into the mines, the potential rewards increase, alongside the challenges that await Cookies, who may consume more HP and show reduced Venture Skills.
- Enhance your Mine Cart’s capabilities with Cart Upgrade Cards, amplifying Venture Skills, speed, and rewards.
Types of Mine Cards
Ore Vein Cards
- Enhance your rewards by mining these cards, available in Common, Rare, and Epic grades, with higher grades offering superior loot.
- Bear in mind that these cards have a usage limit and may expire.
Venture Tool Cards
- These cards enhance capabilities and can be utilized from your Miner Pack.
Cart Upgrade Cards
- Essential for upgrading your Mining Cart.
Mine Battle Cards
- Utilize these for battles to earn rewards, ranging from Common to Epic grades for increased benefits.
- Remember, Mine Battle Cards can also expire.
Mining Operation Mechanics
How to Efficiently Mine
- Activate six Ore Vein slots simultaneously to commence mining. Insert Ore Vein Cards while assigning Cookies for a determined timeframe.
- Mining requires time; however, Speed-ups can facilitate quicker claims of rewards once required work thresholds are met.
- Each mining action impacts participating Cookies’ HP, with efficiency determined by their Mining Skills and Speed.
- Pausing the mining task entails claiming only basic rewards based on your progress; however, completion rewards and the Ore Vein Card would be forfeited.
Understanding Ore Vein Cards
- Ore Vein Cards are categorized into Common, Rare, and Epic rates, with the potential for better rewards tied to higher grades but increased mining durations.
- Each Ore Vein type provides varied rewards, including Fossils, Choco Chalks, Flour Stones, and Crystals.
- Each card has distinct entry requirements, along with some offering bonus opportunities.
- Ore Vein Cards are time-sensitive and will expire if not utilized.
Choosing Cookie Miners Wisely
- Assign Cookies strategically to match their traits with each Ore Vein Card’s demands to maximize effectiveness.
- Utilizing Cookies that align with bonus requirements can further amplify work efficiency.
- Be cautious as low HP may hinder efficiency at the onset of mining tasks.
Breaktime Recovery
- As stated in the Cookie Run Kingdom April 2025 update patch notes, Cookies that have expended HP during ventures or mining will be visible on the Breaktime screen.
- They gradually recover HP with the option of expediting recovery through Speed-ups.
- Up to four Cookies can be assigned for a Quick Rest, significantly enhancing their HP recovery rate but excluding them from ventures and mining during this phase.
Mine Battles Overview
- Per the recent patch notes, players will earn Mine Battle Cards through participation in Mine Ventures, with battles categorized into Cookie and MyCookie distinguishable matches.
- These cards come with various reward tiers, including Agar Cubes and other valuable items.
- Just like other cards, Mine Battle Cards are subject to expiration and must be utilized before their time runs out.
- Victories yield rewards, consuming the card, while losses permit retries until expiration occurs.
- Previously completed battles can be instantly resolved with Time Jumpers.
Appraisal Process for Fossils
The latest update notes emphasize that fossils acquired from Mine Ventures can be appraised for rewards.
- Appraisals include Purple Fossils containing Biscuits, Amber Fossils with Gear Upgrades, and Emerald Fossils with diverse Cookie Upgrade items.
- Objective rewards are promptly dispensed based on an established probability table.
- Use the bulk appraisal function for efficient processing of up to 100 items concurrently.
Melting Agar Cubes
- Agar Cubes can be collected through Mine Battles, containing rewards that must be melted to access.
- Utilize up to three Furnaces simultaneously for melting operations.
- With Miner’s Express Tickets, you can expedite the melting process.
Crafting in the Mine Workshop
- Bake Topping Tarts for your Cookies to increase their prowess.
- Common Tarts require Flour Stones, while Rare Tarts also need Sugar Ore. Epic Tarts necessitate Flour Stones, Sugar Ore, and Butter Amber.
- The essence derived from broken Toppings Tarts can be spent in the Mine Shop for various items.
Topping Tarts Mechanics
- Topping Tarts, crafted from Mining resources, enhance Cookies when equipped with Toppings, amplifying set effects.
- Analogous to the existing Topping system, new Topping Tarts feature refined bonus effects.
- Players will have access to ten varieties of Topping Tarts across Common, Rare, and Epic rarities, totaling 30 newly introduced options.
- The attributes of Topping Tarts correlate to their rarity, exemplified by the Epic Apple Jelly Topping Tart offering 6.6% – 11.0% boosts.
- Each Cookie can be outfitted with one Topping Tart, which enhances set effects for matching Toppings by +1.
- Each Topping Tart is accompanied by a specific bonus effect reflective of its type.
Redefined Topping Set Effect System
- The Topping set effect framework has been revamped to innovate strategic gameplay.
- Discover greater diversity through the introduction of Topping Tarts and six new set effects across Topping types.
- Multiple set effects will not stack, retaining only the strongest one in play.
- Prepare for adjustments in set effect values as you equip combinations of Toppings, leveraging the advantages of Topping Tarts to enhance gameplay.
Example – Searing Raspberry Set:
- Equipping 2: +4% ATK
- Equipping 3: +8% ATK
- Equipping 5: +10% ATK
- Equipping Tart: +12% ATK
Spring Cookie Games: Arcade Arena
Battle Modes to Experience
Participants can enjoy four distinct battle modes in the Arcade Arena!
Season 1: 5v5 Elemental Arena
- Duration: April 9 (post-maintenance) – April 16, 09:59 (GMT+9)
- Requirement: Use elemental Cookies for battles!
Season 2: 5v5 Battle of the Epics
- Duration: April 16, 10:00 – April 23, 2025, 09:59 (GMT+9)
- Requirement: Incorporate Epic Cookies and one Super Epic Cookie!
Season 3: 7v7 Kingdom Clash
- Duration: April 23, 10:00 – April 30, 2025, 09:59 (GMT+9)
- Requirement: Use select Epic, Rare, and Common Cookies!
Season 4: 7v7 Treasure Showdown
- Duration: April 30, 10:00 – May 7, 2025, 05:59 (GMT+9)
- Requirement: Use Cookies from all rarities along with up to five Treasures!
Seasonal Dynamics
- Seasonal Rules: Each season introduces unique rules and available Cookies.
- Tallying Period: The tallying period initiates just before season closure, with battles becoming temporarily unavailable during this phase.
- However, the Arcade Arena Shop remains accessible throughout this time.
Seasonal Cookies and Treasures
The roster of available Cookies and Seasonal Treasures is specifically curated for each season, enhancing gameplay variety.
Entry Ticket Details
- Utilize Arcade Arena Tickets for entry to the Arena and engage in combat.
- According to the Cookie Run Kingdom April 2025 update patch notes, these tickets replenish automatically over time (1 per 2 hours and 24 minutes) and are available for purchase using Crystals or by watching video ads.
Arcade Rules Enhancements
A fresh rule will be implemented at the start of each season to cultivate strategic diversity during battles.
Practice Mode
- Players can test strategies in a practice environment without needing a separate defense team.
Tier Systems in Arcade Arena
- Arcade Arena features tiers ranging from Chocolate to Grandmaster, with an Elite tier introduced this season.
- Once the season concludes, tiers will reset to Chocolate.
Battle Requirements
- Participants must meet the following criteria to engage in the Arcade Arena:
- Cookie Level: 90
- Cookie Skill Level: 90
- Treasure Level: 9
Rewards Structure
- Tier Rewards: Gain rewards upon achieving new tiers.
- Season Rewards: Access rewards based on your final tier upon season completion.
Arcade Arena Shop
- Items available for purchase in the Arcade Arena Shop can be acquired with Arcade Arena Coins won in battles.
- The number of Coins differs based on tier attainment.
- Keep in mind that the Shop’s inventory updates every season.
Arena Pedestal Overview
Town Square: Cake Hound Round-Up
Scheduled Times
- 00:00 – 02:00
- 05:00 – 07:00
- 11:00 – 13:00
- 16:00 – 18:00
- 20:00 – 22:00
Gameplay Mechanics
- As noted in the Cookie Run Kingdom April 2025 update patch notes, the Cake Hound Round-Up accommodates four to eight players.
- Score points by herding Cake Hounds across the map; higher scores yield better rankings!
- Utilize your Candy Cane to guide and herd up to seven Cake Hounds.
- Seasonal variations introduce different Cake Hound types.
Regular Cake Hounds
- Align multiple Cake Hounds in succession to create whole cakes.
- Completed cakes will be left behind as they flee.
Special Cake Hounds: Capable of transforming into other Cake Hound variations or forming whole cakes by eliminating trailing ones.
Whole Cakes:
- These cakes remain stationary and do not disappear.
- Bonus points are awarded for swinging the Candy Cane to herd them.
Scoring System
Reward System
- Play Rewards: Earn Town Square Coins and an additional +5 minutes upon result screen display.
- Ranking Rewards: Accumulate Town Square Coins based on your rank.
- Participation Rewards: Greater rewards are given for increased player participation.
- Reward Limit: You can claim up to x850 Town Square Coins daily.
- Exit Penalty: Exiting early yields a limited claim of Town Square Coins x 10 and +5 minutes.
Event Rewards:
- Claim the “Friendly Cake Hound” reward for completing three rounds, prompting a Cake Hound to accompany MyCookie in the Town Square.
- This reward persists until the following update and will vanish post-May update.
- Lastly, the Cookie Run Kingdom April 2025 update patch notes express that players can check the Town Square inventory for further information.
Season Ranking Criteria
- According to the Cookie Run Kingdom April 2025 update patch notes, seasonal rankings are derived from the total accumulated scores.
- Rewards are distributed via the in-game mailbox after season conclusion based on rankings.
Post-Season Insights
- The Cookie Run Kingdom April 2025 update patch notes indicate that entry tickets will convert to Coins following season end.
- These converted Coins will also be sent via your in-game mailbox.
Agar Slime Crisis: Trouble in the Mines!
- Engage in the Agar Slime Crisis battle!
- Maximize damage inflicted on the Agar Slime within a set timeframe by leveraging upgrade effects and varying Cookie team compositions.
- Earn two resource types for upgrades or exchange them for items in the Shop.
- Each element in the game will feature Season Rankings, bringing the total to nine.
- The Agar Slime’s vulnerability is contingent on the predominant cookie element in your team. In cases of a tie, the element of the leftmost Cookie will determine the weakness.
- Participation in all nine Seasonal Rankings is necessary to claim rewards.
Exciting Events Ahead
1) Cherry Blossom Cookie’s Spring Picnic
- Join Cherry Blossom Cookie in planning the ideal picnic by rolling dice!
- Utilize dice collected from missions to advance on the event board.
- Cherry Blossom Cookie moves based on the rolled number, triggering various effects on each space!
Cheery Picnic Dice: This newly introduced custom dice allows players to choose their desired roll.
- Acquire Cheery Picnic Dice during the “Cherry Blossom Cookie’s Spring Picnic Dice” event and through dice packages.
Random Dice Bonus Space: Discover a new space for receiving either a Cheery Picnic Dice or a Blooming Picnic Dice.
Chance Space: Roll a 4 on these spaces to earn special prizes.
Cherry Blossom Cookie’s Costume
Collect x100 dice to unlock Cherry Blossom Cookie’s Picnic Season costume.
2) The Flame Awakens
Join Fire Spirit Cookie in purifying the mines while unraveling his storyline and gathering rewards!
Updates: Additions, Changes, and Improvements
Gameplay Enhancements
Treasure Balancing Adjustments
Elder Pilgrim’s Torch
- Fire-type DMG raised from 35% to 75% (max level: 12)
- New effect introduced: amplifies Explosive Burn damage.
Enhanced buff removals for “Priestess Cookie’s Paper Charm” and “Thunder God’s Paper Charm” now affect a broader range of targets.
Other Announcements
New English Voice-Over Features
- Expect updates regarding voice-over enhancements for richer gameplay experience.