All Ways to Get Skins in MLBB

The developers of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang regularly release new cosmetic sets for characters, and by mid-2026, the total number had reached nearly 1,000. Some of them are available only for in-game currency or for a limited time, while others can be obtained for free in a variety of ways.

Today, we’ll tell you everything about skins in MLBB and the ways to get them—from the simplest to the most complex and costly.

All Mobile Legends skins can be divided into five types based on rarity: the more expensive ones add more effects to a character, but they’re also much harder to obtain.

In addition, there are several special skin categories tied to specific events, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang mechanics, or collaborations. Their rarity is higher than Epic but lower than Legendary—they change not only the hero’s appearance but also specific animations.

Some sources use a different classification: Common → Exceptional → Luxurious → Exquisite → Elegant → Legendary. Common skins include older base sets, while expensive event skins are referred to as elegant.

All skins can be found in the “Collection” section, and if you want to see all the sets for a specific character, simply select them from the “Heroes” menu. 

In Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, there are many ways to get new skins for heroes. Some skins can be purchased directly with Diamonds, while others are only available during limited-time events or special giveaways. This means you can expand your collection both through in-app purchases and for free—by participating in various in-game activities.

Many MLBB skins are sold in the regular shop for Diamonds. In total, there are over 300 different skins available there. These are mainly standard, elite, and special sets, but from time to time, the selection is expanded to include skins from past collaborations and events, as well as items of Covenant, Zodiac, and similar quality tiers.

The base price for a skin in the store is 269 diamonds; the most expensive cosmetic items cost up to 899 diamonds. From time to time, the MLBB developers run sales: during these events, the minimum price drops to 219 diamonds, and certain items can be purchased for 50% or even 10% of the standard price.

You can also view all MLBB skins in the store: if there’s no “Buy” button, a note will appear below the image indicating the event during which that skin was available to claim.

One way to get a skin for free is to buy it in a separate store using fragments. You earn this currency by leveling up your Star Player and participating in giveaways, and you can find the list of available skins in the Store > Fragments menu (the bottom-most option).

The premium skins section features 30 sets (this number may vary), each costing 250 fragments. The store also features 15 skins, including Starlight-rarity skins from past Star Pass seasons—prices range from 60 to 200 fragments. In the third section, you can purchase one of 20 heroes for 120 units of currency.

On the first day of every month, the “Starlight Member” battle pass is updated in MLBB, allowing you to earn resources and rewards for playing matches and completing tasks. 

The main reward is a unique Starlight skin, available only for one month, but you can get it in the paid version of “Starlight Member” for 300 diamonds (and an additional style is unlocked for 100 more diamonds). For example, in July 2026, Mobile Legends added Beleric’s “Smoldering Fortress” skin

In addition, some older Starlight skins eventually appear in the Fragment Store or during special events. If you play MLBB regularly and are willing to make in-game purchases from time to time, a subscription remains one of the most cost-effective ways to expand your collection.

Most of the most beautiful and rare skins in Mobile Legends can only be obtained during special giveaways. Virtually all banners work on a similar principle: players spend diamonds on attempts, receive random rewards, and gradually accumulate special tokens or event currency. Even if the skin you want doesn’t drop directly, you can almost always exchange for it after a certain number of spins.

Mobile Legends features two types of permanent gacha events that refresh monthly, as well as a Magic Crystal banner. Other similar events appear from time to time and are tied to themed events.

Almost all giveaways require diamonds—one attempt usually costs 100 diamonds, and on average, a player needs to spend 8,000–12,000 in-game crystals to win a skin. However, during some events, tickets are available for free by completing tasks.

For matches played, participation in events, and other activities in MLBB, you’ll often receive treasure chests containing random trial skins or the skins themselves. This lets you try out Common, Elite, and Epic cosmetic sets for free—usually, each skin you receive is available for the next 24 hours after application. 

After opening a chest, the trial skin is not automatically applied. This means it will remain available in your Bag at all times, and you can activate it at any moment (for example, by selecting it from the list before a match starts). Some chests also let you choose a trial skin from several options.

Mobile Legends regularly hosts limited-time events—these often offer exclusive new sets, and the rewards almost always include skin fragments for the shop. Participating in these events isn’t required, but if you want to expand your collection, it’s a great way to do so—especially since most event skins can only be obtained during the event.

There are several main types of events in MLBB:

On our website, you can always find guides for current events, as well as a calendar of events the developer plans to hold in the near future.

You can get new skins in Mobile Legends without spending real money. Of course, the rarest collectible skins almost always require Diamonds, but the developers regularly give out free rewards for being active, participating in events, and completing various tasks.

There are several ways to get skins for free:

In addition, free skins are awarded for certain achievements and other activities in MLBB. You can expand your collection even without buying diamonds—although the rarest and most beautiful skins are only available through in-app purchases, you’ll be able to collect several sets for your favorite heroes just by playing Mobile Legends and participating in events.