Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) is well-known multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game that lets players choose from over 100 unique heroes and compete in real-time matches with fellow players. Since its release in 2016, MLBB has been one of the most popular MOBA games for mobile devices, with millions of players worldwide and a reputable presence in the ever-expanding e-sports scene. In December 2024 alone, the game gained 7.6 million app downloads, adding to a total of over 641 million downloads at that point. The player base has remained active each month, with peak monthly users reaching 100 million.
In MLBB, players select heroes from over 100 available characters, each belonging to specific roles. These roles include Tanks, Fighters, Assassins, Marksmans, Mages, and Supports. The game features a classic three-lane map layout, with top, mid, and bottom lanes for combat, jungle areas full of neutral monsters, and the river, which gives players access to key objectives. Once players have immersed themselves in the game, they can level up heroes, purchase items to increase stats, and gain unique abilities.
The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese Lunar New Year, is one of the most significant and widely celebrated festivals in Chinese culture. The celebration lasts 15 days, ending with the Lantern Festival people light and release lanterns into the sky or rivers. In honor of Chinese Lunar New Year, MLBB will be holding a special event within the game called “Lantern of Spring.” The event is scheduled to last from January 24, 2025, to February 2, 2025, and will feature limited-time awards like spawn effects, battle emotes, and many more.
MLBB is available for free on both iOS and Android devices to anyone interested in taking advantage of this limited-time event.