Brawl Stars Stranger Things Brawl Pass: My Honest Review and Guide
Stranger Things Brawl Pass brought Eleven Lumi skins and rich rewards to Brawl Stars; Brawl Pass Plus added chromas and Mind Flayer title.
Hey there, Brawlers! It's me, your friendly neighborhood gamer, and today I'm taking a trip down memory lane to November 2025. Remember when Brawl Stars collabed with Stranger Things? Yeah, that was wild. The Upside Down invaded the arena, and we got a whole season dedicated to it. Season 44, to be exact. And with it came the Stranger Things Brawl Pass. If you missed it, or if you're just curious about what went down, stick around. I'm going to break it all down for you.
First things first, the star of the show: Lumi. Our favorite Mythic Damage Dealer got three exclusive skins: Eleven Lumi, Retro Eleven Lumi, and Thrilled Eleven Lumi. Each one is packed with custom models, effects, animations, and textures. I mean, just look at them!
The standard Brawl Pass gave you the Eleven Lumi skin, but the two chromas – Retro and Thrilled – were locked behind the Brawl Pass Plus. And let me tell you, those chromas came with their own themed cosmetics and exclusive pins. Talk about fancy.
Now, let's talk rewards. The Brawl Pass was loaded with goodies. You got 8000 Coins, 2000 Power Points, 1000 Credits, 2200 Bling, and 50 Gems. Plus, exclusive items like Pins, a Player Icon, a Spray, and even a free Brawler up to Epic rarity. Not bad, right? But wait, there's more. If you grabbed the Brawl Pass Plus, you also got 2x Skin Chromas, an instant 20% XP boost, and the animated player title 'Mind Flayer'. Oh, and you unlocked Retro Eleven Lumi at Tier 46, Thrilled Eleven Lumi at Tier 48, and the title at Tier 50.
Cost? The Brawl Pass was $6.99, and the Brawl Pass Plus was $9.99. Prices varied by country, of course. But here's the thing: the value was insane. According to Supercell, the Brawl Pass offered 18x value compared to the free pass, and the Plus offered 20x value. That's a lot of bang for your buck.
So, should you have bought it? Well, if you're a Stranger Things fan, absolutely. The skins were top-notch, and the rewards were generous. If you were on a budget, the standard pass was the way to go. But if you wanted those chromas and the Mind Flayer title, you had to shell out for the Plus. I went for the Plus myself, and I don't regret it one bit. Those chromas are sick.
Let's compare the two passes side by side, shall we?
| Feature | Brawl Pass | Brawl Pass Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $6.99 | $9.99 |
| Coins | 8000 | 8000 |
| Power Points | 2000 | 2000 |
| Credits | 1000 | 1000 |
| Bling | 2200 | 2200 |
| Gems | 50 | 50 |
| Exclusive Items | Pins, Player Icon, Spray, Free Brawler (up to Epic) | All standard + 2x Skin Chromas, 20% XP Boost, Animated Title 'Mind Flayer' |
| Skins | Eleven Lumi | Eleven Lumi + Retro Eleven Lumi + Thrilled Eleven Lumi |
| Value | 18x | 20x |
As you can see, the Plus is clearly the better deal if you want everything. But the standard pass is still a great value.
Now, let's talk about the event itself. The season was called 'Upside Showdown' and it brought a bunch of themed challenges and rewards. Brawl Stars tweeted on November 6, 2025: 'Venture into the Upside Showdown! 🙃 The Stranger Things Season and Event start TODAY 🔥' It was a huge deal. The community was buzzing.
I remember grinding for hours to reach tier 50. The Mind Flayer title was the ultimate flex. And those chromas? I rocked Retro Eleven Lumi in every match. The attention to detail was incredible. The skins even had custom voice lines that referenced the show. If you were a fan, you appreciated it.
Now, since it's 2026, this event is long over. But if you missed it, don't worry. Brawl Stars often brings back collab skins, though there's no guarantee. Keep an eye on the shop and events. Maybe we'll see Eleven Lumi again someday. But if you see it, grab it. You won't regret it.
Also, remember that after tier 50, you got bonus Starr Drops if you had the Brawl Pass Plus. That was a nice way to keep grinding. I got a few legendary Starr Drops myself. Good times.
So, what's my final verdict? If you're a Stranger Things fan and you have the money, the Brawl Pass Plus is worth it. If you're on a budget, the standard pass is still fantastic. And if you're free-to-play, you still got some rewards from the free pass, but nothing compared to the paid ones.
Anyway, that's my take on the Stranger Things Brawl Pass. Let me know in the comments what you thought. Did you buy it? Which skin was your favorite? I'm curious. Until next time, keep brawling!