The skies of Cloudia are about to get far more festive! Acecraft, the world's first fully hand-drawn co-op vertical shooter from MOONTON Games, launches its Snow Cap Festival, a two-phase Christmas and New Year update that began on 23 December 2025 and continues into 7 January 2026.
The seasonal update introduces snow-covered events, limited-time rewards, and a new S-tier pilot, Sylas, whose arrival brings a fresh way to tackle Acecraft's signature cartoon chaos combat. The second phase, arriving in early January, expands the festival with new challenges and bonuses, making the Snow Cap Festival the game's most substantial holiday update since launch.
The event caps of Acecraft's strong post-launch momentum, which saw the game top iOS Free App charts in 34 countries and continues to draw players back through regular seasonal updates. The Snow Cap Festival blends seasonal cheer with meaningful gameplay and worldbuilding, encouraging new and returning players alike to deepen their mastery of Cloudia.
Christmas Magic in Cloudia
At the centre of the celebration is Jollyhats Jubilee, Cloudia's annual winter festival. In Acecraft's lore, the Jubilee marks the appearance of the Hat Spirits, figures said to reward pilots who brave the harshest skies. This year's Jubilee transforms Cloudia with snowy visuals, festive challenges, and story-driven encounters that tie directly into Acecraft's expanding world. Players who take part in the Jubilee will uncover fragments of Cloudia's winter folklore while earning generous seasonal rewards simply by flying, fighting, and progressing through the game during the holiday period.
Making his debut during the Snow Cap Festival is Sylas, a new S-tier pilot whose playstyle is built around control, survival, and decisive counterattacks. Unlike pilots who rely on speed or burst damage, Sylas excels when the screen fills with danger.
In battle, Sylas absorbs enemy fire and converts pressure into power, clearing dense bullet patterns while charging devastating counterstrikes. His abilities allow him to carve out safe space in chaotic encounters, making him especially effective in later stages where precision and composure matter more than raw aggression. For players who enjoy standing their ground and turning overwhelming odds into calculated victories, Sylas offers a fresh and rewarding way to play.
The first phase of the Snow Cap Festival invites players to celebrate Christmas in Cloudia through a series of festive activities tied to Jollyhats Jubilee:
Holiday Log-In Rewards—Daily gifts including Recruit Tickets, Diamonds, and Frost Medals.
New Themed Visuals—Brand-new holiday visuals will roll out across Cloudia, deepening the festive atmosphere.
Miracle Night Missions—Complete time-limited missions and face a powerful new boss, Thamus, Lord of Repose, to earn exclusive seasonal items.
Snowcap Express Delights—Visit festive hubs in Cloudia, trade Frost Medals for rare avatars and limited cosmetics, and discover hidden holiday lore.
New Year Challenges Arrive on 7 January
As the calendar turns, the Snow Cap Festival continues into its second phase on 7 January 2026, introducing fresh challenges and renewed rewards to carry pilots into the new year. The New Year update expands on the festival with additional activities, refreshed reward pools, and new opportunities for players to strengthen their squads and prepare for what lies ahead in Cloudia:
Year of the Pilot Missions—New objectives that grant boosted Recruit Tickets and Power Cubes.
Festival Shop Refresh—A new assortment of items, including exclusive Story Cards and rare avatars.
Double Daily Rewards Reset—Daily log-ins now grant even more Gold, Diamonds, and EXP for the New Year run.
Together, the two phases ensure that pilots staying through the holidays enjoy continuous engagement and progression, reinforcing Acecraft's commitment to meaningful seasonal content.
Acecraft's Snow Cap Festival begins 23 December 2025, with the second phase arriving 7 January 2026. The game is available worldwide on iOS and Android.
As snow falls across Cloudia and a new year approaches, the message is simple: whether you're returning for Sylas, chasing festive rewards, or flying through the holidays with friends, there has never been a better time to take to the skies.
