NIKKE July 23 Update: Project Matis & New SSR Units

Shift Up rolled out a significant update for Goddess of Victory: NIKKE on 2026-07-23, bringing the long-awaited Project Matis story event, two new SSR units, a fresh Solo Raid variant, and the beta launch of Champion Arena. If you follow Goddess of Victory: NIKKE news, this patch is dense with content that will reshape the meta and your daily routine.

At a Glance

• New SSR Characters: Laplace: Ultimate Hero (Fire Attacker) and Maxwell: Ordinary Mechanic (Electric Supporter).
• Limited Event: Project Matis – story campaign, event shop, and milestone rewards.
• Solo Raid Museum: A new boss rotation with exclusive rewards.
• Champion Arena Beta: A new real-time PvP mode (testing phase).
• Maintenance: Scheduled downtime ended at server reset.

New SSR Units: Laplace and Maxwell

Laplace: Ultimate Hero – Fire Attacker

Laplace joins the Inherit squad (Pilgrim faction) as an SSR Attacker with a Fire-element focus. Official kit details are still pending, but early data suggests she excels in sustained single-target damage with a powerful burst skill. Her design hints at a role in fire-centric teams, potentially synergizing with characters like Modernia or Scarlet.

Maxwell: Ordinary Mechanic – Electric Supporter

Maxwell enters as an SSR Supporter with Electric typing. She appears to offer team-wide buffs and utility, possibly including cooldown reduction or energy generation. Her exact skills remain unconfirmed, but she is expected to fit into electric or general support roles.

Note: Exact skill percentages and burst cooldowns have not been officially published. We will update this section as soon as the full kit data is available.

Should You Pull?

Without complete kit details, a definitive “should you pull” verdict is premature. However, based on archetype:

• Laplace looks like a high-value DPS for fire teams. If you lack a strong fire attacker, she is worth considering.
• Maxwell is a support, and if her buffs are impactful, she could enable new team comps. Wait for community testing before committing resources.

F2P & low-spender advice: Save your Vouchers and Gems until theorycrafters confirm their place in the meta. The banner will likely run for two weeks, so there is time to observe.

Project Matis Story Event

The Project Matis event runs from 2026-07-23 until 2026-08-06. It features:
– A new story campaign exploring the origins of the Matis squad.
– Challenge stages for additional rewards.
– An event shop offering Recruitment Vouchers, Skill Manuals, and Manufacturer Equipment.
– Milestone rewards including SSR mold pieces and Burst skill materials.

Make sure to clear all event stages daily to maximize token earnings.

Solo Raid Museum

A new Solo Raid boss, codenamed Museum, enters the rotation. This is a single-player boss fight with tiered damage thresholds. Rewards include custom modules, credit packages, and exclusive nameplates. The boss mechanic appears to involve stacking damage over time – bringing the correct element (likely Fire or Electric) is crucial.

Champion Arena Beta

Champion Arena is a new real-time PvP mode currently in beta. Players can test it without affecting regular rankings. It features:
– 3v3 battles with manual skill control.
– Weekly leaderboard rewards for beta participants.
– A special currency that may carry over to the full release.

Participation is optional but recommended for competitive players eager to shape the mode’s future.

Pre-Patch To-Dos

Before the update hit, players were advised to:
– Complete any ongoing events and spend remaining currency.
– Use up Simulation Room entries.
– Claim all Dispatch rewards.

Day-1 Priorities

After updating, focus on:
1. Head to the Project Matis event – start the story and unlock daily stages.
2. Check your mail for compensation (100 Gems + 50 Stamina).
3. Try out Champion Arena to get a feel for the new mode.
4. If you pull, test the new units in the Shooting Range.
5. Begin Solo Raid Museum runs early to secure top damage ranks.

Previously, the Resident Evil collab brought iconic units like Jill and Leon to NIKKE. The Project Matis update shifts focus back to the core lore while offering new gameplay opportunities. For more on the collab and its impact, read Resident Evil Collab Ignites NIKKE: Banner Timing, Units & F.