Azure Latch Winter Update Guide – Jolly Mode, Codes

The Winter Update has officially arrived in Azure Latch, bringing a full seasonal event, a brand-new limited gamemode, major balance adjustments, and free reward codes. This update is not just cosmetic; it directly affects progression, currency efficiency, and several meta-defining styles. Below is a complete breakdown of everything added and changed, explained in a clear, practical way.

Azure Latch Winter Update Guide – Jolly Mode, Codes

The Winter Update is built around a limited-time progression loop focused on Candy Canes. You earn them through gameplay, spend them on the Event Pass, and later convert leftovers into Style Coins at a better-than-normal rate. Even if you are already maxed on styles, this event is still worth grinding.

Winter Event Pass – Rewards and Progression

The Winter Event Pass contains 30 tiers and rewards the following:

• Cash
• Style Coins
• Exclusive emotes
• MVP animations
• Seasonal titles

Candy Canes are the only way to level up the pass. You earn them primarily through the Winter Gamemode, making it the core activity during this event.

If your goal is long-term value, finishing the pass early is recommended so you can farm Candy Canes purely for conversion afterward.

Winter Gamemode (JOLLY) – Best Way to Farm Candy Canes

The new JOLLY gamemode is a limited-time winter playlist designed specifically for event farming.

Why this mode matters:

• It is the fastest and most consistent way to earn Candy Canes
• Matches are optimized for repeat play
• Rewards scale well even for non-competitive players

Once the Event Pass is fully completed, Candy Canes can be converted into Style Coins at a better rate than normal cash, making post-pass grinding extremely efficient.

If you care about unlocking or upgrading multiple styles, this conversion alone makes the event worth playing daily.

Balance Changes – Style-by-Style Breakdown

This update includes meaningful balance shifts. Some styles gained quality-of-life improvements, while others received direct nerfs to reduce dominance.

Yukimiya

• Gyro Shot shot power nerf has been reverted
• Speed Dribble second use removed
• Speed Dribble cooldown reduced from 26s to 20s

Result: More consistent pressure, less spam, better flow timing.

Barou

• Devour can now be triggered by reusing the move

Result: Smoother activation and more aggressive follow-ups.

Aiku

• Reflex Tackle cooldown increased
  • 22s on hit
  • 18s on miss

Result: Defensive power remains strong, but mistakes are punished more.

Sae

• Nutmeg (Reflex) dash speed reduced by 25%
• Drive Shot “Nuisance” variant usable only once during flow

Result: Reduced burst dominance and more decision-based flow usage.

Kurona

• Close-Quarter Dribble speed increased by 5%

Result: Stronger short-range pressure and smoother dribble chains.

Chigiri

• Mach Cut-In shot power reduced from 138 to 126
• Second-use activation window reduced from 5s to 3s
• Blitz no longer steals but can still pick up the ball

Result: Less forgiving burst plays, higher execution required.

Bachira

• Monster Leap can no longer be used while Bachira is occupied

Result: Cleaner counterplay and reduced animation abuse.

Nagi

• Heavy Shot power reduced from 140 to 130
• Zero Reset Turn now has full iframes on all variants

Result: Lower raw damage, but improved survivability and consistency.

NEL Isagi

• Neo Direct Volley shot speed reduced from 0.65 to 0.8

Result: Still strong, but defenders have more reaction time.

Reo

• 100-Point Pass animation speed reduced by 10%
• Dobermann Press cooldown increased from 15s to 20s
• Dobermann Press steal ultimate limited to one use
• Serpent Header startup increased, hitbox size increased by 10%
• Metavision now ignores iframes

Result: More tactical, less spammy, and significantly higher skill ceiling.

Bug Fixes – Important Quality Improvements

This update also fixes multiple move-stacking and animation issues that affected fairness and visual clarity:

• Chigiri’s Mach Cut-In and Self-Pass now properly cancel reuse
• Rin, Nagi, Kurona, and Chigiri can no longer movestack abilities
• Reo’s copied style icon is now visible to all players
• Sae’s Overtime flow animation no longer breaks goalkeeper UI
• Extra flows in 11v11 have been fixed

These fixes improve competitive integrity and make matches feel cleaner overall.

Working Winter Update Codes

Redeem these codes for free rewards:

• WINTERUPDATE2025
• AJOLLYDAYISCOMING
• GIMMEDINERO

Codes typically expire quickly during events, so redeem them as soon as possible.

Personal Take – Is the Winter Update Worth Grinding?

This is one of the better Azure Latch updates in terms of value. The Event Pass is generous, the Winter Gamemode respects your time, and the Candy Cane to Style Coin conversion makes progression noticeably faster. Balance changes also reduce frustration from overperforming styles without killing their identity.

If you care about optimizing your account, this event is not optional. Even casual play during the event window will put you ahead long-term.

The Azure Latch Winter Update successfully combines seasonal content with real progression incentives. Focus on finishing the Event Pass early, then farm JOLLY mode efficiently to stockpile Style Coins. Pay attention to balance changes, especially if you rely on Chigiri, Sae, or Reo, as timing and decision-making now matter more than raw speed or spam.