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LINE POP2 and Chibi Maruko-chan Collaboration Event

LINE Yahoo Corporation has announced an exciting collaboration event between its popular hexagonal puzzle game, LINE POP2, and the beloved anime character, Chibi Maruko-chan. This special event will take place from September 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM until October 23, 2025, at 10:59 AM.

New Mini-Monsters Featuring Chibi Maruko-chan

Players will be thrilled to find mini-monsters inspired by the iconic characters of Chibi Maruko-chan, including ★4 Otsukimi Usagi Maruko, ★4 Otsukimi Usagi Tamachan, and ★3 Otsukimi Usagi Tomizo. These characters will be available temporarily, helping players in their journey through the game. You can acquire these collaboration mini-monsters through the gacha system or during the event.

Login Benefits with VIP Pass

To celebrate this collaboration, players logging in daily will receive exclusive rewards, including a Premium Mini-Monster Box featuring the collaboration mini-monsters and luxurious in-game items through the VIP Pass. This event runs concurrently with the main collaboration event from September 26 to October 23, 2025.

Exciting Events within the Collaboration Period

The collaboration will include various events that provide exclusive mini-monsters:

• - ### Zodiac Mode Collaboration Stages

Collaboration stages featuring Chibi Maruko-chan will appear in Zodiac Mode. Players who clear these stages can win the collaboration mini-monster boxes and, by completing all stages, will receive luxurious items such as ★3 Otsukimi Usagi Hanawa-kun and special collaboration frames.

Event Period: September 26, 2025 - October 23, 2025

• - ### Bingo Event

Players can clear regular stages to complete a bingo card and earn rewards like ★4 Otsukimi Usagi Tamachan and exclusive frames.

Event Period: September 26, 2025 - October 3, 2025

• - ### Upcoming Rally Event

To commemorate the opening of new chapters, a Rally Event will be held where players can earn collaboration mini-monsters like ★4 Otsukimi Usagi Maruko as rewards.

Event Period:
- First Round: October 3, 2025 - October 10, 2025
- Second Round: October 17, 2025 - October 23, 2025

• - ### Hamburger Challenge Event

A unique Hamburger Challenge event will allow players to collect spare moves from new stages to complete a hamburger, winning items like ★3 Otsukimi Usagi Oono-kun.

Event Period: October 10, 2025 - October 17, 2025

• - ### Mission Clear Event

Players can clear specific missions during this period to earn rewards like ★2 Otsukimi Usagi Sugiyama-kun and valuable in-game items.

Event Period:
- First Round: October 6, 2025 - October 10, 2025
- Second Round: October 19, 2025 - October 23, 2025

Giveaway Campaign

During the event duration, players can participate in a giveaway campaign by completing missions, giving them a chance to win collaboration mini-monster boxes and other in-game items. The prizes include:

• - Collaboration Mini-Monster Box (for 50 players)
• - One Heart (for all participants)

Campaign Period: October 13, 2025 - October 23, 2025

About Chibi Maruko-chan

Chibi Maruko-chan, created by Momoko Sakura, is a heartwarming series set in Shimizu, Shizuoka, focusing on the daily life of the Sakura family, particularly third grader Maruko. Since its serialization in Ribon by Shueisha in 1986, Chibi Maruko-chan has captured the hearts of audiences, celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2021. The manga series has been published in 18 volumes, selling over 35 million copies globally and has been adapted into an ongoing anime that airs every Sunday. The show has gained popularity not only in Japan but also in various countries, delighting viewers of all ages worldwide.

Overview of LINE POP2

LINE POP2 is a free-to-play hexagonal puzzle game that challenges players to arrange blocks of the same character in groups of three or more, enabling them to clear the blocks by moving in six directions. Launched on October 27, 2014, the game has received widespread acclaim for its vibrant graphics, sound effects, and the requirement for strategic thinking in clearing levels. As of October 23, 2023, it has surpassed 19 million downloads worldwide, solidifying its place as a beloved game in the mobile app market.

For more information, check out LINE POP2 on the App Store and Google Play.