v3.0February 1, 2026

Season 3 Launch

Season 3 arrives with a completely reworked ranked system, three new playable characters from Rakuzan and Shutoku, an overhauled user interface, and new basketball court environments.

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New Characters

  • Mayuzumi Chihiro (Rakuzan) — Phantom-type support with a unique Quasi-Emperor Eye that mimics Kuroko's misdirection at reduced effectiveness
  • Hayama Kotaro — Lightning Dribble specialist with three speed tiers that unlock progressively during a match
  • Miyaji Kiyoshi — Mid-range sharpshooter with a Pineapple Rage passive that boosts shot speed after consecutive baskets
  • Nebuya Eikichi — Power-type center with Muscle Rebounding that grants a 30% rebound advantage against lighter opponents

Gameplay Changes

  • Zone mechanic reworked — now requires filling a momentum gauge through skillful plays instead of a flat timer
  • Passing system overhauled — added lead passes, bounce passes, and alley-oop trajectories
  • Defensive positioning now grants a stamina recovery bonus when holding proper formation
  • Shot contest system updated — proximity, hand position, and timing all factor into contest effectiveness
  • Fastbreak opportunities now grant a temporary 10% speed boost for the first 4 seconds after a steal or rebound

New Features

  • Completely redesigned main menu and in-game HUD with dynamic character art
  • New Spectator Mode with commentator-style camera angles and real-time stat overlays
  • Club system launched — create or join a club of up to 30 players with shared progression and rewards
  • Added a Replay Theater where players can save, edit, and share match highlights

Ranked Changes

  • Ranked system rebuilt from the ground up with 8 tiers: Bronze through Champion
  • Placement matches increased from 5 to 10 for more accurate initial ranking
  • Added LP decay for players in Master tier and above who are inactive for 7+ days