I have been playing Brawl Stars long enough to know that each new season changes the way I think about progression, but Season 28 felt especially rewarding. When the update arrived, Supercell brought back the long-awaited Mega Boxes, added a fresh classic event, and welcomed Berry as the newest Epic Brawler. On top of that, another mystery Brawler was already being teased for later in the season. As an ordinary player who tries to balance free rewards with the occasional premium purchase, I wanted to break down exactly what the Brawl Pass offered in Season 28 so you can plan your grind.

How the Season 28 Reward Track Worked

The Brawl Pass system in Season 28 revolved around XP. You earned XP by playing standard matches, completing daily and seasonal quests, and using XP Doublers that appeared through Starr Drops. Every XP milestone pushed you further along the reward track, and the deeper you went, the better the loot became.

This structure meant that free-to-play players still had a real chance to earn meaningful rewards, while paying players could unlock additional luxury items and accelerate their progress. The season also brought back Mega Boxes as part of a classic event, which gave everyone a nostalgic shot at extra skins, Coins, and Power Points.

Free Pass Rewards: What You Could Earn Without Spending

The free track was surprisingly generous. If you stayed consistent with quests and matches, you could collect:

• 🪙 2,500 Power Points for upgrading Brawlers

• 💰 8,000 Coins for gear, gadgets, and upgrades

• 🎟️ 1,000 Credits to unlock or progress Brawlers

• 🎁 Multiple Starr Drops of varying rarities

• ⭐ A Legendary Starr Drop as the final free reward

That final Legendary Starr Drop was the big prize for free players. It could contain rare rewards, and there was always the hope of pulling Draco, the newest Legendary Brawler at the time. Even if luck was not on your side, the free track still gave you enough Power Points and Coins to strengthen several favorite Brawlers.

Brawl Pass and Brawl Pass Plus: Premium Value

For $6.99, the standard Brawl Pass expanded the reward track significantly. I noticed that Brawl Pass owners received more Coins, more Bling, more Power Points, and more Gems across the season. These extra resources helped with unlocking new Brawlers, purchasing cosmetic skins, and investing in Hypercharge abilities. The standout reward was the Medusa EMZ Skin at level 50, which gave EMZ a sharp mythical look.

The Brawl Pass Plus option cost $9.99 and included everything from the standard Brawl Pass, plus a few major extras. The most important bonus was a 20% XP boost, which made the entire pass much faster to complete. Pass Plus players also received two additional skins, extra Bling, extra Power Points, extra Gems, and a unique player Title for added status.

Feature	Free Pass	Brawl Pass	Brawl Pass Plus
Cost	Free	$6.99	$9.99
XP Boost	None	None	20%
Power Points	2,500	Increased	Increased
Coins	8,000	Increased	Increased
Credits	1,000	Increased	Increased
Starr Drops	Multiple	Multiple	Multiple
Exclusive Skins	None	Medusa EMZ at level 50	Medusa EMZ plus two additional skins
Gems	Limited	More Gems	More Gems
Player Title	None	None	Included

Extra Ways to Earn Rewards in Season 28

While the Brawl Pass was the main reward system, it was not the only way to collect loot. Joining a Club was a smart move because Club Games and Club Quests offered extra progression rewards. These modes were especially valuable for free-to-play users who wanted a fair shot at quality items without spending money.

Mega Boxes also returned during this season as part of the classic event. Opening them felt like a throwback to earlier Brawl Stars days, and they could drop Coins, Power Points, or rare skins. Starr Drops remained an important source of XP Doublers, so I made a habit of clearing quests and collecting as many drops as possible before long play sessions.

Final Thoughts on the Season 28 Grind

Looking back at Brawl Stars Season 28, I think it offered one of the more balanced reward structures. The free track gave enough items to keep casual players motivated, while the paid passes rewarded dedicated fans with exclusive cosmetics and faster progression. If you focused on daily quests, joined an active Club, and took advantage of the returning Mega Box event, you could build a strong inventory without feeling forced to spend.

Even by 2026 standards, Season 28 stands out as a great example of how Brawl Stars mixes free accessibility with optional premium depth. Whether you were grinding for the Medusa EMZ Skin, hoping for Draco from the Legendary Starr Drop, or just enjoying the classic event, there was plenty to chase.