Anime Expeditions Update 0.5 has finally arrived, and it’s easily one of the biggest updates the game has received so far. The developers didn’t just add a few new units—they introduced an entire limited-time event packed with exclusive characters, rewards, cosmetics, quests, and quality-of-life improvements.
The important thing to remember is that a lot of this content is temporary. If there’s something you want, whether it’s a limited Secret unit, an exclusive skin, or event cosmetics, you’ll want to start working on it before the event disappears.
Here’s a complete breakdown of everything added in Update 0.5 and what you should prioritise first.
Anime Expeditions Update 0.5 Guide – Villain Invasion Event, Codes
The highlight of Update 0.5 is the brand-new Villain Invasion Event.
This limited-time event introduces an entirely new progression system with plenty of exclusive rewards that won’t be around forever.
The event includes:
- A brand-new event map
- Limited-time summon banner
- Event Shop
- Event Quests
- Event Battle Pass
The original Battle Pass hasn’t been removed, so you can continue progressing through it while also working on the Villain Invasion rewards.
If you’re wondering where to spend most of your playtime, the Villain Invasion Event should be your top priority.
New Limited Units
Update 0.5 introduces four new limited characters.
Secret Unit
- Crow
- Evolves into Crow Blackfire
Mythic Units
Three new Mythic units have also joined the game:
- Cursed Immortal
- Dark Mage
- Razor Jaw Hunter
Each of them has an evolved version:
- Cursed Immortal Black Sun
- Dark Mage Sovereign
- Razor Jaw Hunter
Since these units are tied to the event, they’re expected to leave once the event rotation ends, making them valuable additions for collectors.
New Equipment
Every new event character also comes with a matching equipment item.
Here’s the complete list:
| Unit | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Crow | Illusion Crow |
| Cursed Immortal | Memory Pendant |
| Dark Mage | Dark Scepter |
| Razor Jaw Hunter | Predator Sculpt |
You’ll earn these by progressing through the event and collecting its various rewards.
New Limited Skins
Cosmetic collectors also have plenty to grind for.
Some of the major skins introduced include:
- Aztec Eighth Sword
- Rider Crow
- Beyond Razor Jaw
Several Legendary skins have also been added for:
- Hollow
- Puppet
- String Demon
Meanwhile, Forbidden’s Teacher receives the new Epic Curse Queen skin.
New Cosmetics
Besides character skins, Update 0.5 introduces several cosmetic rewards.
These include:
- Demon Wings Mount
- Raven Accessory
- Cobalt Owl Indicator
- Vibing Emote
One nice detail is that the Raven Accessory includes its own unique placement effects, making it stand out from standard accessories.
Villain Hunt Event
Another major feature is the Villain Hunt system.
While playing non-competitive game modes, Villains can randomly appear during your runs.
Defeating them rewards Villain Chests.
These chests can contain:
- Trait Crystals
- Villain Coins
- Various upgrade materials
- Other useful rewards
There’s also a rare chance of obtaining the exclusive Crow Rider Skin from these chests.
You can earn up to 75 Villain Chests each day, so it’s worth reaching the daily cap if you’re farming event rewards.
Limited Bounty Board
The update also introduces a temporary Bounty Board.
Every day you’ll receive new bounties that reward Event Coins.
If you don’t like your current tasks, you can reroll them by spending Gold.
Daily limits include:
- Up to 10 completed bounties per day
This is one of the easiest ways to earn event currency consistently without relying entirely on random drops.
Quality-of-Life Improvements
Even if you’re not interested in the event, Update 0.5 includes several improvements that make everyday gameplay much smoother.
Some of the biggest changes include:
- Multi-select and scrap equipment in the Armory.
- Claim every Index category reward at once.
- Favourite frequently used areas.
- Improved Expedition menu for mobile players.
- Hold the Auto Upgrade key instead of repeatedly clicking.
- Completed events now hide automatically.
- New Leave Game button added to the interface.
- Accessories now have their own inventory tab.
- Updated Global Tournament results screen.
The developers also improved overall optimisation by fixing memory leaks, black screen issues, guild problems, and several other bugs.
Villain Bundles
Three premium Villain Bundles are available during the event.
Bundle 1
Price:
- 999 Robux
- 800 Robux with Plus
Includes:
- Raven Accessory
- Trait Crystals
- Equipment Locks
- Equipment Rerolls
- Stat Locks
- Stat Rerolls
- 10,000 Villain Coins
Bundle 2
Price:
- 3,999 Robux
- 3,200 Robux with Plus
Includes:
- Demon Wings Mount
- 200 Trait Crystals
- 50 Equipment Locks
- 50 Equipment Rerolls
- 50 Stat Locks
- 50 Stat Rerolls
- 20,000 Villain Coins
Bundle 3
Price:
- 7,999 Robux
- 6,000 Robux with Plus
Includes:
- Exclusive Aztec Eighth Sword Skin
- 500 Trait Crystals
- 50 Equipment Locks
- 50 Equipment Rerolls
- 50 Stat Locks
- 50 Stat Rerolls
- 50,000 Villain Coins
These bundles are completely optional, but they’re currently the only way to obtain some exclusive cosmetics.
Content Leaving in Update 1
One thing many players overlook is that several Update 0.5 features are temporary.
When Update 1 arrives, the following content is expected to leave:
- Villain Hunt
- Limited Bounty Board
- Release Bundles
- Event Units rotate out
- Infinite Global Tournament resets
- New Creator Spotlight Challenge begins
If you’re planning to collect everything, don’t leave the event until the last minute.
Anime Expeditions Update 0.5 Codes
Here are the latest redeem codes released alongside Update 0.5:
- 200MVisits
- VillainInvasion
- ReleaseTournament
- SorryForLongMaintenance
Be sure to redeem them as soon as possible since Roblox game codes often expire without much warning.
What Should You Focus on First?
With so much content arriving at once, it can feel overwhelming deciding where to start. If you’re aiming to make the most of the event before it disappears, I’d recommend this order:
- Complete the Villain Invasion quests.
- Farm the event map for limited rewards.
- Finish your daily Bounty Board tasks.
- Reach the daily cap of 75 Villain Chests through Villain Hunt.
- Spend your Villain Coins in the Event Shop before the event ends.
- Work toward unlocking the limited units, equipment, and cosmetics.
Following this routine each day will help you collect the majority of the event rewards without falling behind.
Update 0.5 isn’t just another content patch—it adds an entirely new event with exclusive units, equipment, skins, cosmetics, and progression systems that won’t be available forever. Whether you’re chasing the powerful new Crow Blackfire, trying to evolve the latest Mythics, or simply collecting limited cosmetics, there’s plenty to keep you busy.
Even outside the event, the numerous quality-of-life improvements make everyday gameplay smoother, especially if you spend a lot of time farming Expeditions. If you’ve been waiting for a good time to jump back into Anime Expeditions, this update is a great opportunity to do it.