Arknights Retracing Our Steps event arrives as part of Thank-You Celebration with new Operators and rewards

Story Highlights

  • Retracing Our Steps event introduces new stages, rewards, and more.
  • New 6-star and 5-star Operators join the roster with unique abilities.
  • You can earn free pulls, outfits, materials, and exclusive login rewards.

Yostar is celebrating the success of their popular game, Arknights, with a special in-game event called ‘Retracing Our Steps.’ The event, which runs until May 5, 2026, features new playable characters, levels, and rewards.

Arknights Retracing Our Steps Event Overview

The “Retracing Our Steps” event has three main stages, each with unique challenges and a different way to progress. Here’s a look at each one:

  • Pilgrimage through Blizzards.
  • Road of Reformation.
  • Heart of Karlan.

As you progress through the levels, you’ll earn special Multi-functional Snow Detectors. You can trade these in at the Observatory Support Division to claim rewards, which include:

  • 6-star Operator Astgenne the Lightchaser’s Token.
  • Headhunting Permits.
  • Icefield Messenger Series outfit for Cardigan.
  • 0011 Productions Series outfit for Jessica.

You can also participate in Karlan Trade R&D, where you rebuild areas to complete event stages and earn rewards like materials.

Arknights Retracing Our Steps: Special Login Event

We’re celebrating in Arknights with a special login event! Simply log in each day to receive valuable rewards. The event is running now until April 28th, and here’s what you can earn:

  • 10 free pulls via the special Traces of Melted Snow Headhunting Permit.
  • Exclusive Outfit for Estelle and Exclusive Furniture ‘Statue in Storm’.
  • Emergency Sanity Concentrate, Orundum, and
  • Elite Materials.

You can now use your free pulls on the Limited Headhunting banner, [A Shared Oath of Guardianship]. Plus, simply logging in for 10 days will earn you exclusive rewards like outfits and valuable materials.

2026-04-16 09:11