MLBB Overdrive mode has returned. Available from February 8, 2026, this limited-time arcade mode throws out all the rules of normal gameplay and embraces pure chaos .
Skills cooldown reduced by 70%. Mana and energy never run out. Attack speed goes crazy. Movement speed boosted. Towers are weaker. And heroes can now reach level 100 with three extra equipment slots .
It’s not ranked. It’s not serious. But it is the most fun you’ll have in Mobile Legends this month. Here’s everything you need to know about MLBB Overdrive mode 2026.
Overdrive Mode Rules & Boosts
The special rules in Overdrive mode are designed to make fights faster, crazier, and more exciting .
What You Get in Overdrive
| Boost | Effect |
|---|---|
| Cooldown Reduction | Skills cooldown reduced by 70% |
| Mana/Energy | Never runs out—infinite spam |
| Attack Speed | Super fast |
| Movement Speed | Much higher |
| Resilience & Crit | Boosted significantly |
| Towers | Weaker—games end faster |
| Level Cap | Increased to level 100 |
| Item Slots | 3 additional equipment slots |
Hero Selection: At match start, you can only choose between two random heroes from your owned pool, mode-specific free heroes, or heroes unlocked by trial cards .
Best Heroes in Overdrive Mode
Because of the insane boosts, some heroes become absolute monsters while others fall behind. Here’s the full breakdown .
Best Heroes (S-Tier)
| Tier | Heroes |
|---|---|
| S-Tier | Fanny, Selena, Natalia, Hanzo, Lunox, Brody, Kimmy, Baxia, Hilda, Lapu-Lapu |
| A-Tier (Situational) | Granger, Beatrix, Tigreal, Johnson, Khufra, Atlas, Balmond, Paquito, Wanwan |
| B-Tier (Slightly Weaker) | Saber, Eudora, Lylia, Vale, Valir, Luo Yi, Rafaela |
| C-Tier (Nerfed Picks) | Sun, Cyclops, Freya, Faramis, Moskov, Cecilion, Chang’e |
Why Fanny dominates: With infinite energy and 70% CDR, she can cable across the map nonstop with no downtime .
Hanzo special note: His Ultimate now gains energy from attacking Turtle and Lord (patch 1.9.6), making him even stronger in Overdrive .
New Heroes Added in 2026
The February 2026 return of Overdrive mode adds 36 new heroes to the random pool:
Assassins: Aamon, Nolan, Harley, Selena, Ling
Mages: Lunox, Lylia, Valir, Kadita, Faramis, Valentina, Joy
Fighters: Lapu-Lapu, Minsitthar, Terizla, Aulus, Arlott, Fredrinn
Tanks: Grock, Uranus, Khufra, Baxia, Gloo, Chip
Marksmen: Karrie, Kimmy, Ixia, Yi Sun-shin
Supports: Diggie, Kaja, Kalea, Obsidia, Chip
Plus: Alice, Bane, Zhask, Masha.
This expanded pool means you’ll see much more variety compared to previous Overdrive events.
Is Overdrive Actually Fun?
- Skill spam: Heroes go absolutely wild
- Fast matches: Games end quickly, no long commitments
- Try new heroes: Test picks you don’t normally play
- Chaotic fun: Even mistakes become funny moments
Important note: Overdrive does NOT affect ranked mode. It’s pure arcade fun with event rewards .
