MapleStory N has launched a seasonal collaboration with Pudgy Penguins, bringing new content and rewards to Maple World. The event, which runs from January 8 to January 28, 2026, introduces a series of in-game activities, collectibles, and exclusive items designed for both casual and veteran players. This partnership combines the playful charm of Pudgy Penguins with MapleStory’s signature world, offering unique experiences that include pets, fishing, and interactive challenges.
How Players Can Join the Event
Participation in the collaboration is available to players who have completed either the "[Pudgy World] Welcome Pudgy World" quest or the "[Vlessing Winter] Call of the Goddess" quest. Each activity within the event has specific requirements, and players are encouraged to check individual event details in-game for exact timelines and participation rules.
Event Highlights and Activities
One of the main activities is Raise Pudgy to Hero, where players guide Strong Pudgy and Smart Pudgy through Maple World. By assisting these characters and sharing the Goddess of Grandis’ blessing, participants earn rewards such as V Coin and Pudgy Jelly, a collaboration-exclusive currency. Another event, Penguins and the Sea, transforms ice fishing into a winter-themed activity with Pudgy Penguins. Players can catch various fish and gain additional EXP and Pudgy Jelly while enjoying a seasonal update to the classic gameplay mechanic.
The collaboration also features Pudgy Pink Bean’s Mystery Staff, a simple event designed to challenge players’ luck while granting substantial EXP rewards. During the Pudgy Fireworks Event, players can participate in synchronized displays across Maple World and earn exclusive items for their efforts. In Pudgy Power Crystal Airdrop, players ride a sled provided by the character Polly and scatter Power Crystals across the map for rewards. In addition to these events, the Welcome Pudgy World Event and Pudgy Jelly Shop provide further opportunities to collect Pudgy Jelly, which can be exchanged for a variety of seasonal items. A hidden portal at the top of the collaboration map offers an additional surprise for players to discover.
Limited-Time Web Shop
Alongside in-game events, MapleStory N has opened a dedicated web shop for the collaboration. Available from January 8 to February 6, 2026, the shop allows players to purchase limited items using NESO. Featured items include the King Pengu Pet, which comes with a Magnet Effect skill and pet equipment usable for 100 days. The Pudgy Style Magic Igloo contains 22 cosmetic items, with duplicate protection ensuring that each opening provides a new item until the full set is collected. These items are delivered as mintable NFT assets. Additionally, a Pudgy Winter Exclusive Raffle opens on January 29, offering the chance to win the limited Pengu’s Winter Snowcatcher Set, also delivered as a mintable NFT.
Seasonal Rewards and Collectibles
The collaboration emphasizes collectible items, seasonal cosmetics, and interactive gameplay rather than competitive mechanics. Players can earn multiple rewards across different activities, including Pudgy Jelly, EXP, pets, and cosmetics. From ice fishing and fireworks to sled events and hidden surprises, the collaboration provides an extensive selection of seasonal content.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When does the MapleStory N x Pudgy Penguins event start and end?
The collaboration begins on January 8, 2026, after maintenance, and concludes on January 28, 2026. Some individual events may have different end times.
Who can participate in the event?
Players who have completed either the "[Pudgy World] Welcome Pudgy World" quest or the "[Vlessing Winter] Call of the Goddess" quest are eligible to join the event.
What types of rewards are available during the collaboration?
Rewards include Pudgy Jelly, V Coin, EXP, seasonal cosmetics, pets such as the King Pengu Pet, and mintable NFT items from the web shop.
Is there a web shop for the collaboration?
Yes, the MapleStory N x Pudgy Penguins web shop is available from January 8 to February 6, 2026, offering limited items that can be purchased using NESO.
Are there any hidden surprises in the event?
A hidden portal at the top of the collaboration map contains additional content for players who explore the area.
Can I earn NFTs during this event?
Yes, select items from the Pudgy Style Magic Igloo and the Pudgy Winter Exclusive Raffle are delivered as mintable NFT assets.
What makes this collaboration different from previous seasonal events?
This collaboration combines multiple activities, collectible cosmetics, pets, and interactive challenges in one seasonal package, offering one of the most content-rich experiences in MapleStory N to date.
