by The highly anticipated third collaboration between the hit TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen and the mobile game Monster Strike has officially been announced. The collaboration begins at 12:00 PM (JST) on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, bringing a wealth of new content, including playable characters, special collaboration quests, exclusive rewards, and several exciting firsts for fans.
One of the biggest highlights is the debut of True Beast Evolution for collaboration characters. Yuji Itadori, Kento Nanami, and Satoru Gojo will all receive this powerful new form for the very first time. Meanwhile, players can also look forward to witnessing Gojo’s iconic 0.2-second Domain Expansion, faithfully recreated inside the game.
In addition, Monster Strike is introducing its first-ever collaboration gacha pre-sale through the Monster Strike Web Shop, giving players early access before the collaboration officially launches in-game.
A Collaboration Between Two Fan-Favorite Franchises
Since its anime debut, Jujutsu Kaisen has become one of the world’s biggest anime and manga franchises.
Created by Gege Akutami, the manga was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump and has surpassed 150 million copies in worldwide circulation, including digital editions.
The franchise expanded even further with:
- Season 1 of the TV anime (2020)
- Jujutsu Kaisen 0, which became a worldwide box-office success, earning over ¥26.5 billion globally
- Season 2, featuring the acclaimed Hidden Inventory/Premature Death Arc and Shibuya Incident Arc
- The Shinmetsu Kaiyu (Culling Game) Arc Part 1, which premiered in January 2026
- Confirmation that Part 2, serving as the anime’s fourth television season, is currently in production.
The series continues to attract millions of fans worldwide through its intense battles, memorable characters, and supernatural storytelling.
New Collaboration Characters Join Monster Strike
The third collaboration introduces several fan-favorite characters from the Culling Game Arc, expanding the game’s already impressive Jujutsu Kaisen roster.
Players can obtain the following collaboration characters through the limited-time gacha:
- Yuta Okkotsu
- Choso
- Maki Zenin
- Panda
- Fumihiko Takaba
Each character features newly created artwork, special animations, and powerful abilities inspired by their appearances in the anime.
New Collaboration Quests Feature Popular Opponents
Alongside the new playable characters, several memorable opponents from the series will appear as special collaboration bosses.
New collaboration quests include:
- Kurourushi
- Reggie Star
- Hanyu & Haba
- Uro Takako
- Naoya Zenin
- Kanji Higuruma (as announced by the collaboration)
Each quest recreates iconic battles from the manga and anime while introducing unique mechanics inspired by each character’s cursed techniques.
Gojo, Yuji, and Nanami Receive Their First True Beast Evolutions
Perhaps the biggest announcement is the introduction of True Beast Evolution for collaboration characters.
For the first time, players can upgrade:
- Yuji Itadori
- Kento Nanami
- Satoru Gojo
into their powerful True Beast Evolution forms.
These upgraded versions feature:
- Brand-new character artwork
- Enhanced abilities
- Improved stats
- Powerful Strike Shots
- New battle animations
Gojo’s evolution is especially noteworthy, recreating his legendary 0.2-second Domain Expansion, one of the anime’s most unforgettable moments.
Returning Characters Also Receive Major Upgrades
Previous collaboration characters haven’t been forgotten.
Characters introduced during the second Jujutsu Kaisen collaboration will receive Beast Evolution Kai, including:
- Nobara Kugisaki
- Megumi Fushiguro
- Mei Mei
These upgrades give longtime players another reason to revisit earlier collaboration units while strengthening their teams.
Monster Strike Web Shop Introduces Collaboration Gacha Pre-Sale
For the first time in Monster Strike history, the collaboration gacha will be available before its in-game release.
Beginning at 12:00 AM (JST) on July 14, players can purchase collaboration gacha packs through the Monster Strike Web Shop, allowing them to summon characters 12 hours before the collaboration officially launches inside the app.
The Web Shop version includes:
- Collaboration Wave 1
- Collaboration Wave 2
- Collaboration Wave 3
Each purchase provides:
- 10 summons
- Up to three purchases per set
- Access to all 15 collaboration characters
- Monster Strike Points for every purchase
This early-access system allows dedicated players to secure their favorite characters ahead of the official launch.
Collaboration Starter Pack Rewards
Players purchasing the special Collaboration Starter Pack will receive exclusive bonuses.
Included rewards feature:
- Kinji Hakari & Kirara Hoshi
- Additional in-game items
- Exclusive collaboration bonuses
Meanwhile, completing special collaboration missions allows players to recruit Kenjaku as a free reward.
Fan Campaign on X (Formerly Twitter)
Monster Strike is also celebrating the collaboration with a special social media campaign.
To participate, fans simply need to:
- Follow the official Monster Strike Campaign X account.
- Watch the collaboration video attached to the campaign post.
- Share their impressions of the video—or even their favorite rice ball (onigiri) filling—using the designated campaign hashtag.
Lucky participants will have the chance to win exclusive prizes, including:
- Limited-edition Jujutsu Kaisen x Monster Strike QUO Cards (¥3,000 value)
- Collaboration-exclusive “Useless Wi-Fi Set” novelty items
The campaign adds another fun way for fans to celebrate the crossover while interacting with the community.
Why This Is the Biggest Jujutsu Kaisen Collaboration Yet
Compared with the previous two collaborations, the third event introduces significantly more content.
Highlights include:
- Brand-new playable characters
- New collaboration quests
- Returning fan favorites
- First-ever True Beast Evolutions
- Beast Evolution Kai upgrades
- Gojo’s famous 0.2-second Domain Expansion
- Early-access Web Shop gacha
- Exclusive campaign rewards
- Starter Pack bonuses
- Kenjaku as a mission reward
The collaboration draws heavily from the anime’s latest story arcs, making it one of the most content-rich crossover events Monster Strike has ever hosted.
Event Release Date
The Jujutsu Kaisen x Monster Strike Collaboration Vol. 3 officially begins on:
July 14, 2026
12:00 PM (JST)
With exciting new characters, upgraded fan favorites, challenging collaboration quests, and exclusive rewards, this event is shaping up to be one of Monster Strike’s biggest anime collaborations to date. Whether you’re a longtime Jujutsu Kaisen fan or an active Monster Strike player, this limited-time crossover offers plenty of reasons to jump into the action.
