Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) fans are buzzing with excitement as leaks strongly suggest an upcoming collaboration with the iconic animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. While MOONTON Games has yet to make an official announcement, multiple trusted sources and in-game assets have confirmed that the undersea world of Bikini Bottom is about to collide with the Land of Dawn.
Back in January 2025, MOONTON conducted a community survey asking players which heroes should receive SpongeBob-themed skins. Now, six months later, popular leakers like @abyssal_mlbb have shared exclusive killing notifications and other assets hinting at the crossover’s imminent arrival.
Leaked Skins and Hero Matchups
According to the leaks, several MLBB heroes are expected to get unique SpongeBob-inspired skins, matching the personalities of the beloved Bikini Bottom characters:SpongeBob Character.
| SpongeBob Character | MLBB Hero Candidate(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SpongeBob | Cyclops (most likely), Diggie | Cyclops’ playful style fits SpongeBob well |
| Patrick | Gloo, Franco, Bane, Khufra | Gloo’s goofy nature suits Patrick |
| Mr. Krabs | Bane (strong contender), Chip | Bane’s pirate theme matches Mr. Krabs’ money-hungry personality |
| Sandy | Kimmy (speculated) | Sandy is expected as the female skin in the collab |
Additionally, rumors suggest Squidward might appear as a special emote, similar to previous collaborations featuring unique emotes for fan-favorite characters.
What We Know So Far
- Killing Notification: The first leaked asset was a SpongeBob-themed killing notification effect, shared by reliable leaker @abyssal_mlbb on social media, which usually only appears when a collaboration is confirmed.
- Community Survey: The January 2025 survey asked players to vote on which heroes should receive SpongeBob skins, providing MOONTON with valuable feedback to tailor the event.
- No Official Announcement Yet: Despite the strong leaks and community anticipation, MOONTON Games has not officially confirmed the collaboration or announced a release date. Speculation points to a possible launch in late 2025 or early 2026, potentially after the Bleach collaboration event.
Why This Collaboration Excites Fans
This crossover is unique as it blends MLBB’s intense 5v5 MOBA gameplay with the whimsical, fun-filled world of SpongeBob SquarePants. Fans are eager to see how the playful characters will be adapted into MLBB’s hero roster and how their abilities and skins will reflect their original personalities.
Social media is already buzzing with fan art, cosplay, and speculation:
- Follow @abyssal_mlbb on Twitter/X for the latest leaks and updates.
- Check out YouTube channel.