NIKKE Patch 2025: Spooky Summer Event Update — What Matters Most
The long-anticipated Goddess of Victory: NIKKE July 17 patch (v2025.07.17, UTC+9) signals not only the annual swimsuit rerun, but also the introduction of a fresh, ghostly take on summer events. Two new SSR units—the fan-favorite Dorothy: Serendipity and the surprising debut of Elegg: Boom and Shock—headline "Boom! The Ghost!". For veteran and new Commanders alike, this update isn’t simply a seasonal rerun, but a pivotal moment for collectors, F2P optimizers, and competitive roster builders.
In this editorial, we break down everything from banner wisdom to material prep, industry context, and high-level player insights—helping you maximize the update’s offerings and stay ahead for the rest of 2025.
At a Glance: Key Details (Patch 2025.07.17)
- Update Release: 2025-07-17 (UTC+9)
- Event: Boom! The Ghost! — Global "spooky summer" theme
- New SSRs: Dorothy: Serendipity (Attacker, Pilgrim), Elegg: Boom and Shock (Attacker, Missilis)
- Banner Reruns: 2023/2024 Swimsuit Costumes, Sakura: Bloom in Summer & Rosanna: Chic Ocean (with exact banner windows)
- Limited-Time Costumes: Three new summer skins for Rapi, Tove, Julia
- Major Real-World Tie-In: Doro Family Summer Tour (July 18–19, New York, with 10m Doro Cruise Ship — official promo)
Patch Highlights & Banner Breakdown
New SSR Units: Skills and Meta Relevance
Dorothy: Serendipity
- Type: Attacker (Shotgun, "Ungrateful OZ")
- Element: Water; Manufacturer: Pilgrim
- Mechanics: Focuses on chain-firing pellets for boosted damage and attack speed through her Burst Skill.
- Visual: Inspired by Cinderella (2nd Anniversary)—a clear sign NIKKE continues to cross-celebrate fan-favorite archetypes.
- Meta Impact: High. Early data suggests Dorothy’s rapid burst cycles and AoE excel in both story progression and select boss content.
Visual Note: Consider adding gameplay demo images or a side-by-side design comparison to highlight her Cinderella parallels. (Alt text: SSR Dorothy: Serendipity in her 2025 swimsuit variant, shotgun ready, on a haunted ship backdrop.)
Elegg: Boom and Shock
- Type: Attacker (Machine Gun, "BFG")
- Element: Water; Manufacturer: Missilis
- Theme: Full ghost-hunting motif—skills directly reference famous paranormal films (Ghostbusters, 13 Ghosts).
- Mechanics: Consumes "captured ghosts" to buff team ATK, with a Burst unleashing accumulated specters for nuke damage. Shares buffs with team, a coveted trait for current squad compositions.
- Noted First: Elegg is among the few plus-sized NIKKEs, making her swimsuit debut a meaningful step for in-game representation.
Visual Note: Screenshots of Elegg performing Burst, with spectral effects, are recommended. (Alt text: Elegg: Boom and Shock in swimwear, launching ghostly attacks on deck of a ship.)
Banner Schedule: Dates & Details
| Phase | Start (UTC+9) | End (UTC+9) | Featured SSRs & Items |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorothy: Serendipity Recruitment | 2025-07-17 | Not stated | SSR Dorothy: Serendipity |
| Elegg: Boom & Shock Recruitment | 2025-07-17 | Not stated | SSR Elegg: Boom and Shock |
| Sakura: Bloom in Summer (rerun) | 2025-07-24 | 2025-08-14 04:59 | SSR Sakura: Bloom in Summer |
| Rosanna: Chic Ocean (rerun) | 2025-07-31 | 2025-08-21 | SSR Rosanna: Chic Ocean |
| Swimsuit Costume Sale (2023 batch) | 2025-07-17 | Not stated | Liter, Frima, Yan, Pepper costumes |
| Costume Gacha: Rapi, Tove, Julia | 2025-07-17 | 2025-08-07 | Rapi: Red Hood, Tove: Sunblaze, Julia: Summer Romance |
Note: Not all end dates specified in official materials.
Swimsuit Costume Reruns & Limited Banner Details
2023 Swimsuit Skins (Direct Sale)
Costumes return for: Liter – Guardfish, Frima – Sea of Sloth, Yan – Sunrise Market, Pepper – Ocean Vitamin.
– Acquisition is via shop purchase, not gacha; these are not in the Limited-Time Recruitment pools.
2024 Summer SSRs: Banner Timetable
- SSR Sakura: Bloom in Summer (07/24–08/14)
- SSR Rosanna: Chic Ocean (07/31–08/21)
Recruitment follows typical limited SSR pity/rate-up structure: check in-game for updated banner rates at launch.
Costume Gacha: Rapi, Tove, Julia
- Rapi: Red Hood — Available via Costume Gacha (07/17–08/07). Purely cosmetic, but high demand.
- Tove – Sunblaze (Survival Pass)
- Julia – Summer Romance (August Mission Pass)
- Note both passes run 07/17–08/07 (UTC+9).
Alt text suggestion: Full batch image of all rereleased summer outfits, arranged by year. (Visual guide for collectors.)
Should You Pull? — F2P & Collection Strategy
- Dorothy: Serendipity: High priority for players lacking meta Pilgrim attackers or those specializing in Water comps. Unless future banners leak something game-changing—Unconfirmed: none as of press time—this unit offers lasting value.
- Elegg: Boom and Shock: More niche, but appeals to collectors and those building supportive attack comps. Unique for shared ATK buff utility.
- Banner Pity: NIKKE typically features a 200-pull pity for SSRs in limited banners. Prepare currency accordingly; always check if special summer bundles give event pulls.
- Swimsuit Reruns: Purely cosmetic, so F2P can skip unless you missed a favorite.
- Competing Banners: No major overlaps stated in official materials.
Event Structure & Reward Guidance
- Event Period: 2025-07-17 onwards; exact close not stated—finish daily event tasks early.
- Tasks: Likely standard GVG event structure—complete stages for event currency, unlock special stories, and earn costume/gacha tickets.
- Major Rewards: Enhanced resource packs, exclusive summer furniture, costume tokens. Full reward tables not yet in official patch notes.
- Eligibility: All players with summer event access. Real-world Doro Cruise tie-in does not impact digital rewards.
- Official tie-in event: Doro Family Summer Tour (New York, July 18–19) includes a 10-meter Doro Cruise Ship—see @NIKKE_en’s official X post. No in-game exclusive given for attendance.
Preparation Checklist for July 17
- Stockpile Gems/Recruitment Vouchers for at least 200 pulls if targeting both SSR banners.
- Complete existing event storylines, clear dailies, and organize inventory—seasonal shop resets often coincide with summer banners.
- Check Mission Pass/Survival Pass tabs for new entries (Rapi, Tove, Julia costumes).
- Review material farming routes if building out Water comp teams for new SSRs.
Day-One Priorities
- Roll for desired SSR(s) early—especially Dorothy if you need a meta Attacker.
- Confirm event mission structure for daily task routing.
- Purchase desired swimsuit costumes before the shop rotation ends (if collecting).
What’s Next? Trends and Community Reactions
The blend of spooky and summer is a rare twist in the gacha space—industry watchers note that merging swimwear, horror motifs, and real-world events is part of a growing move in live-service gachas to blur lines between in-game and offline fandom. NIKKE’s commitment to inclusive representation (see Elegg’s plus-size debut) and banner reruns also reflects a maturing playerbase: more demand for value, choice, and cosmetic flexibility.
Speculation/Leaks: As of this patch, no major unconfirmed units or reruns have credible support—though data mining may shift this by late July. As always, treat rumors as unconfirmed; EarlyGG will update if official news drops.
Bottom Line: How to Maximize the NIKKE July 2025 Patch
This summer’s Boom! The Ghost! event is more than just swimsuits—it’s a showcase of NIKKE’s evolving character roster, expanding event design, and commitment to player-first value. Prioritize pulls based on account needs, claim event-limited rewards quickly, and prepare for additional reruns or surprise banners based on live game data and official news.
Stay tuned to EarlyGG for deep dives on team comps, banner spending guides, and live event coverage as the summer unfolds.