Anime Paradox UPD 3.5 (JoJo Steel Ball Run): All New Units, Codes & Meta Impact

Anime Paradox just dropped Update 3.5: Steel Ball Run — and it's a JoJo Part 7 crossover. Four new units from the Steel Ball Run arc join the roster: Johnny Joestar, Funny Valentine, Gyro Zeppeli, and Diego Brando. This update capitalizes on the Steel Ball Run anime currently airing, and the community is already theory-crafting tier placements.

Here's everything added in UPD 3.5 and how the new units are shaping up.

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Table of Contents

All New JoJo Part 7 Units

Early Tier Predictions

How They Fit the Meta

All Active Codes (UPD 3.5)

Current Meta Tier List

Strategy Tips

FAQ

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All New JoJo Part 7 Units

Update 3.5 adds four characters from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part 7: Steel Ball Run. The game's tag has been updated to [SBR] Anime Paradox to reflect the new content.

Unit Breakdown

Johnny (Tusk) — Based on the protagonist of Steel Ball Run, Johnny's Stand Tusk evolves through four ACTs. In Anime Paradox's system, this likely translates to an evolution mechanic where the unit scales dramatically at max EVO. ACT 4's Infinite Spin is one of the most powerful abilities in the JoJo universe, so expect Johnny to be a late-game scaling monster.

Valentine (D4C / Love Train) — The main antagonist's Stand allows dimensional manipulation. D4C can summon parallel-world clones and redirect damage via Love Train. In a 360-degree tower defense format, a unit that can redirect or negate incoming damage while summoning additional units could be game-changing for survival modes.

Gyro (Spin / Ball Breaker) — Gyro's Spin technique is the foundation of the Steel Ball Run story. Ball Breaker ages targets rapidly — this could translate to a debuff that reduces enemy stats or HP over time. The "NyoHo" code released with this update is a direct reference to Gyro's iconic catchphrase.

Diego (Scary Monsters) — Diego's Stand transforms him into a dinosaur with massively enhanced physical abilities. Expect a transformation mechanic similar to existing EVO units, with a powered-up form that increases damage and potentially AoE coverage.

Note: UPD 3.5 launched today (March 24). Specific in-game stats, ability numbers, and confirmed tier placements are still being evaluated by the community. We'll update this guide as the meta settles.

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Early Tier Predictions

Based on source material power levels, the game's existing patterns (newest Mythic banner units tend to be strongest), and the 360-degree map format:

These are early predictions — actual rankings depend on in-game stat tuning, EVO abilities, and synergies.

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How They Fit the Meta

Anime Paradox's circular base defense format makes this JoJo batch interesting. Your base sits at the center with enemies spawning in a full 360-degree circle — so AoE coverage and support synergy matter more than raw single-target damage.

Key Meta Considerations

Johnny's scaling could make him the best late-game DPS if Tusk ACT 4 provides full 360-degree coverage

Valentine's Love Train introduces a new defensive archetype — the first unit that can potentially redirect damage rather than just tank it

Gyro + existing supports like Idol (Pop) and Oreheme (Sacred) could create an oppressive debuff + heal combo

Diego's transform needs good AoE to compete — in a circular format, single-target transform DPS is less valuable

Recommended Team Comps to Try

Full SBR Squad: Johnny + Valentine + Gyro + Diego + Idol (support) — test the internal synergies

Johnny Carry: Johnny + Death Reaper + Brojo (Six Eyes) + Idol + Valentine — max DPS scaling with defensive safety net

Debuff Stack: Gyro + Enkidu + Bumta (True Love) + Oreheme + flex DPS — CC and debuff everything

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All Active Codes (UPD 3.5)

Six new codes dropped with Update 3.5. Redeem all of them before they expire — Anime Paradox codes are time-limited.

New UPD 3.5 Codes

Still Active (Older Codes)

How to redeem: Launch Anime Paradox > Click the Codes button on the right side of the screen > Enter code > Click Redeem. You must be Level 5+ to use most codes.

Full codes list: Anime Paradox Codes Page

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Current Meta Tier List

The established meta heading into UPD 3.5 (JoJo units not yet ranked):

\Fate/Strange Fake units from UPD 3 — still stabilizing in rankings

Best team comp (pre-SBR): Sun Jin Wu + Death Reaper + Brojo + Idol + flex DPS

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Strategy Tips

Redeem ALL codes immediately — UPD 3.5 codes plus the still-active UPD 3 codes give you a massive resource boost for pulling the new JoJo units

Save your Gems for the SBR banner — if the new units follow the pattern of being top-tier at launch, invest early

Don't neglect EVO upgrades — all tier rankings assume max EVO with Mythic-tier traits. Under-leveled units will feel underwhelming

Test Johnny in Infinite mode — if Tusk scales through stages, he could be the best Infinite mode unit in the game

Valentine is the wildcard — damage redirection is a new mechanic. If Love Train works like a permanent shield, he becomes mandatory

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FAQ

Q: What is Anime Paradox Update 3.5?

A: Update 3.5 is the Steel Ball Run (SBR) content drop, adding 4 new JoJo Part 7 units — Johnny, Funny Valentine, Gyro Zeppeli, and Diego Brando — along with new codes and balance adjustments.

Q: When did UPD 3.5 release?

A: March 24, 2026. The game tag now shows [SBR] Anime Paradox.

Q: Are the new JoJo units the best in the game?

A: Too early to confirm. Based on historical patterns, newest Mythic banner units tend to rank S-tier or higher. Johnny and Valentine have the most potential based on their ability designs.

Q: How do I get Johnny, Valentine, Gyro, and Diego?

A: Pull them from the new SBR banner using Gems. Mythic-rarity units have a 0.004% base drop rate (1 in 25,000 summons), so stockpile resources.

Q: What's the best Anime Paradox team right now?

A: Pre-SBR, the best comp is Sun Jin Wu + Death Reaper + Brojo (Six Eyes) + Idol (Pop) + a flex DPS slot. The JoJo units may reshape this within the week.

Q: Is the Steel Ball Run anime connected to this update?

A: The timing is intentional — the SBR anime is currently airing, and developer Lunmei capitalized on peak JoJo fandom engagement.

Q: How many active Anime Paradox codes are there?

A: Over 20 active codes as of March 24, 2026, including 6 new ones for UPD 3.5.

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