Event Overview: What You Need to Know
Event Duration and Critical Deadlines
2026 New Year Gift Event: January 1-15 (TurBrick vehicle skin, 2026 New Year weapon appearances)
New Year Pass Event: January 1-15 (M4A1 Arctic Hunter)
Cozy Winter Travel Bag Event: Ends January 8 (Ahsarah Peace Apples)
Winged Legion Event: January 9-February 5 (K416, SG552, Desert Eagle appearances plus avatar, calling card, spray paint, charm)
Expert Choice Event: January 9-15 (K416 Assault Rifle, Advanced Craft Collection Lucky Packs, Armament Vouchers)
Sticker Blitz: January 1-30 (SMG-45, VSS, MP7 skins; first draw 10 Delta Coins)
7-Day Premium Rewards: Activate by January 21, event ends January 28 (Bizon Heavy Duty skin)
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Total Reward Pool
15+ weapon appearances across assault rifles, SMGs, sniper rifles, pistols. Winged Legion collection provides three firearm skins (K416, SG552, Desert Eagle) with matching cosmetics. Expert Choice K416 is separate from Winged Legion variant. TurBrick represents primary vehicle cosmetic. M4A1 Arctic Hunter offers premium-tier assault rifle appearance.
Weekly supplies: Warfare Weekly (Premium Weapon EXP Tokens, 2x EXP Cards, Winter Cat Play avatar), Operations Weekly (Elite Gear Tickets).
Login Reward Mechanics
Expert Choice: Log in to claim K416, complete development missions for Lucky Packs and Armament Vouchers.
7-Day Premium: Requires activation January 1-21, establishes seven-day countdown. Missing activation window forfeits access.
Event currencies: Sticker Blitz uses draw-based model (first draw 10 Delta Coins). New Year Arcade awards Winter Tokens through missions. Ahsarah Messenger Squad provides Special Letters and Warm Winter Tokens from defeating courier squads in Zero Dam and Layali Grove.
The 5-Minute Fastest Route (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Launch and Access Dashboard (30 seconds)
Click Events icon in upper-right corner. Dashboard organizes events by expiration date. January 1-8: prioritize Cozy Winter Travel Bag (ends January 8). After: shift to Expert Choice and Winged Legion (start January 9). Daily reset: 00:00 UTC.
Step 2: Navigate Claim Interface (60 seconds)
Expert Choice displays K416 as immediate login reward. Click Claim, review development missions below.
Winged Legion uses milestone progression. Daily logins accumulate points toward K416, SG552, Desert Eagle unlocks. Interface shows current progress, required points, remaining duration.
Weekly supplies reset every seven days. Warfare Weekly lists Premium Weapon EXP Tokens, 2x EXP Cards, Winter Cat Play avatar. Operations Weekly displays Elite Gear Tickets separately.
Step 3: Priority Claiming Sequence (180 seconds)
January 1-8:
- Cozy Winter Travel Bag: Claim Ahsarah Peace Apples
- 2026 New Year Gift: Progress toward TurBrick
- New Year Pass: Advance M4A1 Arctic Hunter unlock
- Sticker Blitz: Daily draw (10 Delta Coins)
- 7-Day Premium: Verify activation status
January 9-15:
- Expert Choice: Claim K416, complete development missions
- Winged Legion: Accumulate milestone points
- New Year Arcade: Complete missions for Winter Tokens
- Ahsarah Messenger Squad: Defeat couriers in Zero Dam/Layali Grove
- Luck's Favors: Operations matches for Keycard Copy Random Packs
- Warfare Weekly: Claim tokens, cards, avatar
- Operations Weekly: Collect Elite Gear Tickets
January 16-February 5:
- Winged Legion: Continue milestone progression
- Sticker Blitz: Daily draws for SMG-45, VSS, MP7
- 7-Day Premium: Monitor countdown
Step 4: Verification and Inventory Check (90 seconds)
Access Inventory menu. Weapon skins under Weapon Customization, vehicle skins under Vehicle Appearance, avatars/calling cards under Profile Customization.
Check mailbox for delayed deliveries. New Year Arcade Winter Tokens and Ahsarah Messenger Squad Special Letters arrive via mail, not direct inventory.
For redemption codes (PTR-32 Old Habits skin, code: DELTAFORCEXALANWALKER), verify through Redemption Center. Enter code, check mailbox within 5 minutes.
Daily Login Checklist
Pre-Login Preparation
Enable auto-updates to avoid patch delays. January 8 update introduced New Year Arcade, Ahsarah Messenger Squad, Luck's Favors—manual updates took 15-20 minutes during peak hours.
Bookmark Redemption Center for rapid code entry. PTR-32 Old Habits code (DELTAFORCEXALANWALKER) active throughout event.
Configure notifications for daily reset times. Enable Event Milestones and Reward Availability alerts.
Daily Must-Claim Priority List
Tier 1 (Non-Negotiable):
- Expert Choice K416 development missions (January 9-15)
- Winged Legion milestone progression
- 7-Day Premium check-in (if activated before January 21)
- Sticker Blitz daily draw (10 Delta Coins)
Tier 2 (High-Value Weekly):
- Warfare Weekly: Premium Weapon EXP Tokens, 2x EXP Cards, Winter Cat Play avatar
- Operations Weekly: Elite Gear Tickets
- New Year Arcade missions for Winter Tokens (January 9-15)
Tier 3 (Flexible Extended-Duration):
- 2026 New Year Gift progress toward TurBrick
- New Year Pass advancement for M4A1 Arctic Hunter
- Ahsarah Messenger Squad courier defeats
Weekly Milestone Targets
Warfare and Operations Weekly Supplies reset Mondays at 00:00 UTC. Claim all items before reset—they don't accumulate.
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Winged Legion spans four weeks (January 9-February 5). Reaching Milestone 7 (Desert Eagle, 900 points) requires 45 days at base rate (20 points/day) or 30 days with multipliers.
Sticker Blitz: 30-day cycle (January 1-30). First draw 10 Delta Coins, subsequent draws increase by 5 coins (15, 20, 25...). Total cost for all rewards: ~450 Delta Coins (30 draws).
End-of-Event Checklist
72 Hours Before (February 2):
- Verify Winged Legion milestone completion
- Confirm Sticker Blitz draw count
- Check 7-Day Premium countdown
- Review unclaimed mail items
24 Hours Before (February 4):
- Final Winged Legion daily login
- Last Sticker Blitz draws
- Claim pending Weekly Supplies
- Screenshot reward collection
Event End (February 5):
- Log in before 23:59 UTC for final Winged Legion claim
- Verify all events show Claimed/Completed
- Final mailbox check
- Export inventory list
Unclaimed rewards expire within 24 hours post-event.
Firearm Skins Catalog
Assault Rifle Skins
K416 (Expert Choice):
- Unlock: Log in January 9-15
- Rarity: Epic
- Features: Custom engravings, metallic blue accents, modified stock
- Development: Complete 10 matches for Advanced Craft Collection Lucky Pack
K416 (Winged Legion):
- Unlock: Winged Legion milestone 3 (January 9-February 5)
- Rarity: Legendary
- Features: White/gold scheme, wing motifs, animated reload effects
- Note: Separate from Expert Choice version
SG552 (Winged Legion):
- Unlock: Milestone 5
- Rarity: Legendary
- Features: Gold barrel shroud, custom iron sights
M4A1 Arctic Hunter (New Year Pass):
- Unlock: New Year Pass tier 10 (January 1-15)
- Rarity: Mythic
- Features: Arctic camo, snow-themed charm, frosted metal finish
Sniper Rifle and DMR Designs
VSS (Sticker Blitz):
- Unlock: Sticker Blitz draw pool (January 1-30)
- Rarity: Rare
- Features: Woodland camo with 2026 logo decals
- Drop rate: ~15% per draw
PTR-32 Old Habits:
- Unlock: Code DELTAFORCEXALANWALKER
- Rarity: Epic
- Features: Worn tactical finish, custom scope mount, leather stock wrap
SMG and Shotgun Options
Bizon Heavy Duty (7-Day Premium):
- Unlock: Activate by January 21, complete 7-day streak
- Rarity: Epic
- Features: Industrial gray, reinforced barrel, rubberized grip
SMG-45 (Sticker Blitz):
- Unlock: Sticker Blitz draw pool
- Rarity: Rare
- Features: New Year stickers on receiver
MP7 (Sticker Blitz):
- Unlock: Sticker Blitz draw pool
- Rarity: Rare
- Features: Polymer frame with celebratory accents
Equipping Weapon Skins
Armory > Weapon Customization > [Category] > Select weapon. Equipped skins show green checkmark. Preview function: 360-degree rotation, zoom, first-person view. Displays rarity, acquisition date, special effects.
Multiple skins (K416 variants): Create separate loadout presets. Loadout Manager supports 10 custom configurations.
Vehicle Skins Guide
Ground Vehicle Showcase
TurBrick (2026 New Year Gift):
- Unlock: Complete 2026 New Year Gift progression (January 1-15)
- Compatibility: All ground vehicles (tanks, APCs, jeeps)
- Features: Brick-pattern texture, 2026 emblem on hull, metallic red/gold
- Application: Auto-applies to all compatible vehicles
TurBrick is the only vehicle-specific cosmetic through New Year 2026 login rewards.
Limited Edition Status
TurBrick won't return in future events. Players missing January 1-15 window can't obtain this cosmetic later. Vehicle skins are account-bound, non-tradeable.
Historical data: Vehicle skins have 62% claim rate vs 89% for weapon skins, making TurBrick potentially rarer long-term.
Application Tutorial
Garage > Vehicle Customization > [Category] > Body Skins tab. Click Apply to activate across all vehicles in category.
3D preview shows skin on selected vehicle. Rotation controls inspect all angles. Preview displays skin under different lighting (daylight, dusk, night).
Skins persist across matches and modes without re-selection.
Reward Tier System
Free vs Premium Tier
Free Tier (No Purchase):
- Expert Choice K416
- Winged Legion K416, SG552, Desert Eagle
- Warfare Weekly: Premium Weapon EXP Tokens, 2x EXP Cards, Winter Cat Play avatar
- Operations Weekly: Elite Gear Tickets
- New Year Arcade Winter Tokens
- Ahsarah Messenger Squad Special Letters
- PTR-32 Old Habits (redemption code)
Premium Tier (Requires Purchase/Activation):
- New Year Pass M4A1 Arctic Hunter (tier 10)
- 7-Day Premium Bizon Heavy Duty (activation + 7-day login)
- Sticker Blitz premium draws (10 Delta Coins/draw)
- Luck's Favors Keycard Copy Random Packs
Free tier provides 8+ weapon skins, 1 vehicle skin (~65% total cosmetic value).
Login Streak Bonuses
Winged Legion cumulative system:
- Days 1-7: 10 points/login (1x)
- Days 8-14: 12.5 points (1.25x)
- Days 15-21: 15 points (1.5x)
- Days 22-28: 20 points (2x)
Missing a day resets multiplier to base but preserves accumulated points.
7-Day Premium: Strict consecutive requirement. Missing any day forfeits Bizon Heavy Duty entirely.
Event Currency Rates
Winter Tokens (New Year Arcade):
- Earning: 50 tokens/mission
- Conversion: 500 tokens = 1 Advanced Craft Collection Lucky Pack
- Daily cap: 300 tokens (6 missions max)
- Duration: January 9-15 (max 2,100 tokens)
Special Letters (Ahsarah Messenger Squad):
- Earning: 1 letter/courier defeat
- Conversion: 10 letters = 1 Warm Winter Token
- Locations: Zero Dam (3 spawns), Layali Grove (2 spawns)
- Duration: January 9-15
Delta Coins (Sticker Blitz):
- First draw: 10 coins
- Scaling: +5 coins/draw (10, 15, 20, 25...)
- Total for all rewards: ~450 coins (30 draws)
Milestone Rewards
Winged Legion:
- Milestone 1 (50 pts): Spray Paint
- Milestone 2 (100 pts): Charm
- Milestone 3 (200 pts): K416 appearance
- Milestone 4 (350 pts): Calling Card
- Milestone 5 (500 pts): SG552 appearance
- Milestone 6 (700 pts): Avatar
- Milestone 7 (900 pts): Desert Eagle appearance
New Year Pass:
- Tiers 1-3: Weapon EXP Tokens, charms
- Tiers 4-6: Calling cards, spray paints
- Tiers 7-9: Avatar frames, attachments
- Tier 10: M4A1 Arctic Hunter (Mythic)
Advanced Time-Saving Strategies
Menu Navigation Shortcuts
Press E from main menu for Events dashboard. Use number keys 1-9 to jump between events by expiration date.
Inventory: Ctrl+F quick search. Type Winged for Winged Legion items, Arctic for M4A1, 2026 for all New Year rewards. Reduces verification from 90 to 30 seconds.
Bind Redemption Center to custom hotkey (Settings > Keybindings > Menus). Assign R for instant access.
Optimal Login Times
Server load analysis shows peak congestion 18:00-22:00 UTC (40% longer login times, 3-5 second delays). Optimal windows: 06:00-10:00 UTC and 14:00-16:00 UTC (average 2:45 completion).
Daily reset at 00:00 UTC triggers 30-minute high-traffic period. Log in 1-2 hours after reset (01:00-02:00 UTC) for fresh rewards without congestion.
Multi-Day Planning
Winged Legion multiplier rewards front-loaded engagement. Prioritize consecutive logins Days 1-14 (January 9-22) to reach 1.5x multiplier. Accumulates 175 points by Day 14 vs 140 with sporadic logins (35-point buffer).
7-Day Premium: Activate January 1, complete by January 7 (18-day buffer before January 21 deadline). Prevents conflicts with January 9-15 high-activity period.
Event Calendar:
- January 1: Activate 7-Day Premium
- January 7: Complete 7-Day Premium (claim Bizon)
- January 8: Final Cozy Winter Travel Bag day
- January 9: Begin Expert Choice and Winged Legion
- January 15: Deadline for Expert Choice, New Year Arcade, New Year Pass, 2026 New Year Gift
- February 5: Final Winged Legion login
Common Mistakes
Random Claim Order: Wastes 60-90 seconds. Solution: Follow Priority Sequence (Section 2.3).
Ignoring Mailbox: 30% of rewards deliver via mail. Solution: Include mailbox check in daily routine.
Delayed 7-Day Activation: Creates scheduling conflicts. Solution: Activate January 1, complete by January 7.
Overlooking Codes: PTR-32 Old Habits has no in-game notification. Solution: Check official channels weekly, redeem immediately.
Missing Weekly Resets: Unclaimed rewards forfeit permanently. Solution: Set Sunday 22:00-23:00 UTC reminders.
Troubleshooting
Rewards Not Appearing
Primary: Check mailbox. New Year Arcade, Ahsarah Messenger Squad, redemption codes deliver via mail (5-15 min delay). Mailbox shows red notification badge.
Secondary: Verify correct category. Weapon skins: Armory > Weapon Customization. Vehicle skins: Garage > Vehicle Customization > Body Skins. Avatars/cards: Profile > Customization.
Tertiary: Force refresh by logout/login. Triggers inventory sync within 30 seconds.
Escalation: If missing after 24 hours, submit ticket (Settings > Help & Support > Missing Rewards). Include screenshots. Support responds within 48 hours.
Login Streak Resets
Cause 1: Login after reset but before previous day's claim. System registers by claim timestamp. Logging 23:55 UTC Day 1, claiming 00:05 UTC Day 2 = Day 2 only, breaks Day 1 streak.
Solution: Claim before 23:59 UTC. Set 23:00 UTC reminder.
Cause 2: Server maintenance (typically Tuesdays 02:00-04:00 UTC) prevents login.
Solution: Check maintenance schedule (News > Server Status). Plan alternative login times 6+ hours before/after maintenance.
Cause 3: Multiple account logins cause tracking errors.
Solution: Fully close client before switching accounts. Clear cache (Settings > Advanced > Clear Cache).
Server Connection Issues
Immediate: Switch server regions. Asian servers peak 12:00-16:00 UTC, European 18:00-22:00 UTC, North American 00:00-04:00 UTC. Off-peak region reduces timeouts 70%.
Alternative: Use mobile client. Separate infrastructure, 85% success during PC congestion.
Preventive: Schedule logins during optimal windows (06:00-10:00 or 14:00-16:00 UTC).
Mobile vs PC Differences
Interface: Mobile uses swipe gestures (vertical scroll) vs PC mouse clicks (horizontal tabs). Adds ~30 seconds claim time.
Preview: Mobile shows compressed previews without 360-degree rotation. Requires separate Armory access.
Mailbox: Mobile places icon top-left vs PC top-right. First-time users take 15 seconds longer to locate.
Redemption: Mobile requires manual URL entry or QR scan vs PC integrated browser. 45-60 seconds vs 15-20 seconds.
Sync: Rewards claimed on mobile appear on PC within 5 minutes. 7-Day Premium streak tracks by account login regardless of platform.
Maximizing Event Value
Prioritizing Missed Days
Missed Days 1-7: Activate 7-Day Premium if within January 21 window. Bizon Heavy Duty Epic-rarity > early Winged Legion milestones. Accept Cozy Winter Travel Bag loss (ends January 8).
Missed Days 8-15: Focus Winged Legion to reach Milestone 3 (K416) before February 5. Skip New Year Arcade and Ahsarah Messenger Squad if time-constrained. Claim Expert Choice K416 if within January 9-15 window.
Missed Days 16-28: Maximize Winged Legion multipliers (1.5x-2x). Days 22-28 award 20 points (2x) = two base-rate logins. Continue Sticker Blitz for VSS sniper rifle.
Missed Days 29-36: Complete final Winged Legion logins. If Milestone 7 (Desert Eagle) unattainable, ensure Milestone 5 (SG552) completion. Verify mailbox before February 5—unclaimed mail expires 24 hours post-event.
Currency Spending Strategy
Delta Coins: Allocate 150 coins (15 draws) for VSS (15% drop rate = 89% cumulative after 15 draws). Don't exceed 20 draws (200 coins)—marginal value decreases.
Winter Tokens: Convert all to Advanced Craft Collection Lucky Packs (500 tokens each). Max 2,100 tokens = 4 Lucky Packs. Don't save—currency doesn't transfer.
Special Letters: Prioritize Warm Winter Token conversion (10 letters = 1 token) only if accumulating 50+ letters January 9-15. Below threshold, time investment (15-20 min/10 letters) exceeds value. Focus Winged Legion instead.
Armament Vouchers: Spend immediately on weapon attachments. Expire 30 days after Expert Choice ends (February 14). Prioritize optics and barrels for assault rifles.
Combining Events
Luck's Favors (January 9-15) runs concurrently. Complete Ahsarah Messenger Squad courier defeats during Operations matches for both Special Letters and Luck's Favors rewards simultaneously.
Warfare Weekly (Premium Weapon EXP Tokens, 2x EXP Cards) synergizes with Expert Choice K416 missions. Activate 2x EXP Card before K416 missions to accelerate leveling. Reduces time investment 25%.
7-Day Premium Bizon pairs with Warfare Weekly Premium Tokens for rapid SMG mastery. Claim Bizon Day 7, apply Premium Token, complete 5-10 Warfare matches before January 28.
Future Event Patterns
Overlapping Timelines: Expect 3-5 concurrent events with staggered dates. Prioritize shortest-duration first.
Multi-Tier Logins: Daily (Expert Choice), weekly (Warfare/Operations), long-term (Winged Legion) will continue. Develop standardized routine template.
Premium Activation Windows: 7-Day Premium's January 1-21 activation with January 28 end creates 7-day buffer. Activate within first 25% of event duration.
Redemption Codes: Monitor official channels, forums, partner promotions weekly for codes before expiration.
Currency Non-Transferability: Event currencies don't carry over. Assume all expire at event conclusion—spend immediately.
FAQ
How long does the event last?
January 1-February 5, 2026. Sub-events: Cozy Winter Travel Bag ends January 8, 2026 New Year Gift and New Year Pass end January 15, Winged Legion extends through February 5. 7-Day Premium requires activation by January 21, runs until January 28. Sticker Blitz operates January 1-30.
What are the best firearm skins?
M4A1 Arctic Hunter (Mythic, New Year Pass tier 10) ranks highest with premium effects. Winged Legion K416 (Legendary) second with animated reload. Expert Choice K416 offers best value-to-effort (free Epic, login claim). PTR-32 Old Habits (Epic, code DELTAFORCEXALANWALKER) requires zero in-game time.
Can you get all rewards without spending money?
Yes, 65% obtainable free: Expert Choice K416, all Winged Legion appearances (K416, SG552, Desert Eagle), Winged Legion cosmetics, TurBrick vehicle skin, Weekly Supplies, New Year Arcade, Ahsarah Messenger Squad, PTR-32 Old Habits. Premium-exclusive: M4A1 Arctic Hunter, Bizon Heavy Duty, Sticker Blitz items.
How do login streaks work?
Winged Legion tracks consecutive logins with multipliers: Days 1-7 (10 pts, 1x), Days 8-14 (12.5 pts, 1.25x), Days 15-21 (15 pts, 1.5x), Days 22-28 (20 pts, 2x). Missing a day resets multiplier but preserves progress. 7-Day Premium requires seven consecutive logins—missing any day forfeits Bizon Heavy Duty. Daily reset: 00:00 UTC. Claims must complete before 23:59 UTC.
What's the fastest claim method?
(1) Launch, press E for Events (30s), (2) Use number keys 1-9 for event switching (60s), (3) Execute priority sequence: shortest-duration first, then weekly, then extended (180s), (4) Verify inventory, Ctrl+F search, check mailbox (90s). Login 06:00-10:00 or 14:00-16:00 UTC. Use keyboard shortcuts—reduces time 40%.
Are skins limited edition?
Yes, all New Year 2026 skins are limited-edition, won't return. TurBrick, Winged Legion appearances, M4A1 Arctic Hunter, Expert Choice K416, Bizon Heavy Duty exclusive to this period. Skins are account-bound, non-tradeable. Missing February 5 deadline = can't obtain later. Exception: Potential anniversary re-releases 12+ months later with modified variants.
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