The Blazing Pass for GGST will enter its third iteration on September 24, 2026, running until December 3, 2026 (JST). The season, titled “Duel 3: Steal the Spotlight,” adds a paid tier—Blazing Pass Plus—priced at $5.99. Players must own the base game separately; the Pass content is unlocked only after the latest patch is applied.
What changed – The third Blazing Pass season launches Sep 24 with a $5.99 optional Plus tier that grants additional rewards.
Why it matters – Plus purchasers receive all tier‑based items instantly, expanding the in‑game cosmetics pool without affecting core gameplay.
Who should care – Current GGST players seeking extra figures, badges, and UI skins; collectors aiming to complete character‑specific sets.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Season period | Sep 24 2026 (after maintenance) – Dec 3 2026 16:00 JST |
| Reward window | Sep 24 2026 (after maintenance) – Dec 9 2026 16:00 JST |
| Plus price | $5.99 (in‑game purchase) |
| Base game | Required (sold separately) |
Blazing Pass Overview
The Blazing Pass functions as a limited‑time reward track. Players earn experience points (BP Level) by playing regular matches; each level unlocks a predefined reward. The system itself is free, but the Blazing Pass Plus overlay adds a parallel reward lane. Upgrading to Plus at any point during the season instantly grants every Plus reward up to the player’s current BP Level, eliminating the need to replay content.
New Duel 3 Schedule
“Duel 3: Steal the Spotlight” aligns its active window with the post‑maintenance server reset on September 24. Rewards remain claimable for an additional six days after the season ends, extending to December 9. This structure mirrors previous Duel cycles, maintaining a consistent cadence for seasonal progression.
Plus Content and Rewards
The Plus tier introduces 46 exclusive items, including:
- Digital Figure Stage (Lars Canyon) and related effect sets
- Haunted costume variants for characters such as Zato‑1, Chipp, and Potemkin
- Badges for Anji, Baiken, Jack‑O’, and other roster members
- Battle UI Skins (Chaos, Axl, Slayer, etc.)
- Wanted Posters featuring Leo, Sin, Elphelt, and additional fighters
- Outfit banks and digital figure object sets
All non‑Plus items remain free, offering a balanced mix of cosmetic upgrades that do not influence competitive balance.
Verdict
For players already invested in GGST, the Plus tier provides a straightforward method to complete cosmetic collections without altering gameplay dynamics. Compared to earlier Duels, the reward list is broader, particularly in character‑specific haunted outfits, which may appeal to collectors more than to competitive players. Users who prioritize visual customization will find the $5.99 price justified; those focused solely on rank progression can continue with the free tier unchanged.
The next seasonal update is scheduled for early 2027, with a new Blazing Pass iteration expected to follow the same release pattern after the December cut‑off. Keep the game patched to ensure eligibility for any future Plus rewards that might be retroactively distributed.