Garena Free Fire is gearing up for one of its busiest content cycles in recent memory. According to information shared by a prominent Free Fire content creator, several long-awaited item returns and a new themed event are on the way over the next two months. The biggest headlines: the Purple Shaded Bundle is making a comeback after five years, the Poker MP40 skin is set to re-enter circulation, and a new Eclipse event will transform the game's sky and reward players with free horse skins and tokens.

While none of this has been confirmed by Garena directly, the leaker has a track record of accurate predictions, and the volume of datamined assets and in-game banners lends credibility to the report. Here's everything we know so far.

Purple Shaded Bundle: the five-year return

The Purple Shaded Bundle is arguably the most significant callback. Originally released in 2021 or earlier, this rare outfit set has been absent from all obtainable loot pools for half a decade. The source states that the bundle will reappear on May 5, 2026, and only through the Universal Rings system. That means players will need to spin the ring wheel using diamonds or tokens to get a chance at the bundle. Crucially, the Purple Shaded Bundle will also be available for exchange using 200 Universal Tokens, offering a guaranteed path for those who have saved up.

The bundle will be available in India, Bangladesh, Singapore, and Pakistan servers — the same regions where Universal Rings have been historically active. This is a departure from the past, when the bundle appeared only in limited-time crates or special draws. Throwing it into the Universal Rings pool makes it harder to target but also means it could rotate back more frequently in the future.

Poker MP40: universal token redemption

The Poker MP40 skin is another fan favorite making a comeback. Unlike previous re-releases that were tied to specific seasonal tokens, this time the skin will be redeemable using Universal Tokens. The source suggests the MP40 will land sometime between the end of May and the beginning of June. This aligns with the pattern of previous MP40 returns, which typically hit around the same window each year.

Players who missed the original Poker skin now have a clear, if expensive, way to secure it — provided they have enough Universal Tokens saved. The skin is purely cosmetic, but in a game where collectible weapon finishes are a status symbol, the Poker MP40 has retained its cachet.

Eclipse event: May 8 with sky changes and free rewards

The Eclipse event is scheduled to start on May 8, 2026, and will run as a web event with an in-game download pack required. According to the source, the event will feature two types of tokens — sun and moon — that players can collect. The game's sky will alternate between a sun theme and a moon theme, changing the atmosphere of the lobby and the battleground. This is a limited-time visual effect that will persist through the event's duration.

Free rewards include a horse skin (the vehicle will be rideable in-game), along with other cosmetic items. The Eclipse event will also host a new bundle that was teased in a recent trailer — a samurai-themed outfit that hasn't yet been added to the game files. The source speculates this could be a future release but is not confirmed for the Eclipse event itself.

Evo bundle returns: Paradox is the favorite

Evo bundles, which evolve through in-game challenges, are getting a two-phase rollout. First, a brand new Evo bundle (likely tied to the Eclipse theme) will debut in May. The first edition event goes live on May 11, where players can bid with diamonds for one of 100 exclusive codes. This is followed by a Token Tower event on May 15, which offers a more accessible path: spending between 3,000 and 4,000 diamonds guarantees the bundle and additional rewards like a katana skin, a loot box skin, and an avatar border.

Then in June, an older Evo bundle will return. The source estimates an 80% probability that the Paradox Evo bundle will be the one to come back, with Cobra and Galaxy bundles as less likely alternatives. The returning Evo bundle will not be available for token exchange and will not involve luck-based mechanics — it will likely appear in a Token Tower event, similar to how previous Evo returns have worked.

9th Anniversary: June 24 to July 15

Free Fire's 9th Anniversary celebration will run from June 24 to July 15, 2026. The source describes it as a "mega event" with a fully customizable bundle — players will be able to change colors and parts of the outfit to their liking. A new vehicle, a new gun, and a major OB update are also expected. The anniversary will feature a free backpack skin that was selected by community voting.

Other notable updates

• Paper Cut UMP: This skin is returning as part of a lineup that includes a new Match 10 skin (Hyper Book themed). The Paper Cut UMP may be bundled with the Hyper Book skin in a combined draw or exchange.
• Angelic Pan: The Angelic Pan set is coming back in May or June. This time, a white variant will be added, along with the previously available red and yellow versions. The pan will likely appear in Universal Rings.
• Unicorn bundle: A new female Unicorn bundle is on the way, including glove and backpack skins. No date has been set.
• Lucky Wheel: A Lucky Wheel event is scheduled for May 13. The theme has not been revealed, but the source expects a discount wheel or a miss event.
• Faded Wheel for face skin: A face skin faded wheel will arrive on May 17, featuring Hyper Book-themed face skins. This is a standalone event separate from the main Eclipse activities.

What this means for players

For Free Fire veterans, the return of the Purple Shaded Bundle and Poker MP40 represents a chance to secure items that were once considered permanently vaulted. Newer players can finally access these cosmetics, though the cost — in diamonds or tokens — will be substantial. The Eclipse event offers free rewards and a novel visual gimmick, while the anniversary promises a level of customization rarely seen in the game.

As always, dates and availability may shift. The information here is based on datamined leaks and content creator reports, not official Garena announcements. Players should monitor in-game notices for final confirmation.

SysCall News will continue to track Free Fire updates and bring you verified details as they emerge.