I’ll be honest—I didn’t expect to stick with My Hero Academia: The Strongest Hero for more than a few weeks when it first dropped. But here we are in 2026, and I’m still grinding dailies, still pulling for Shoto Todoroki (yes, again), and still watching the code meta shift with every new US event or Crunchyroll collab.

If you’ve spent any time in the MHA mobile space, you already know that redeem codes are the secret lifeline, especially if you’re free-to-play (F2P) like me. A good code drop can mean the difference between pulling your dream unit or sitting out yet another pity cycle. Hero Coins, Recruit Tickets, Stamina Packs—these are your lifeblood when you’re dodging microtransactions.

The problem? Codes expire. Fast. And in 2026, the pace hasn’t slowed down. If anything, Crunchyroll Games is dropping codes more often but giving them shorter windows—usually tied to seasonal events or anime collabs that fly under the radar if you’re not paying attention.

So I’ve pulled together everything I’ve been tracking this year—verified working codes, how they’re released, how to redeem them, and (most importantly) how to squeeze every drop of value out of them as an American F2P player.

What Is MHA: The Strongest Hero?

If you’re new or just code-hunting but haven’t fully jumped into the game yet, here’s the rundown.

MHA: The Strongest Hero is an action RPG for mobile (iOS and Android), set in the My Hero Academia anime universe, built around PvE missions, gacha pulls, and hero upgrades. You control iconic characters like All Might, Deku, Bakugo, and—if the RNG gods bless you—Shoto Todoroki. The combat is real-time, surprisingly fluid for mobile, and has a lot more depth than I expected when I first downloaded it “just to check it out.”

What makes it stand out in the US? A couple things:

• It’s published by Crunchyroll Games (which is under Sony now), so it’s got strong anime fanbase traction in North America.
• The UI and events are clearly tuned for the Western market, with big pushes around US holidays like July 4th or Thanksgiving.
• There’s a thriving US player base—I see a ton of fellow players on Discord, Reddit, and even TikTok. No joke.

And like most anime gacha games, it’s built around the grind. You’re collecting heroes, upgrading quirks, and trying to climb ranking ladders in PvE and PvP. Which is where codes come in.

Latest Working Codes for MHA: The Strongest Hero (2026)

Here’s what actually matters right now: Which codes are working in 2026 and what do you get from them?

This list is updated as of February 2026, and I’ve personally tested each one on both Android and iOS. I pulled these directly from official sources and player-reported confirmations (like Reddit and Crunchyroll’s newsletter drops). I’ll update this again after the next event.

Heads-up: Codes tied to US holidays (like NYHEROES26) tend to expire faster than global ones. And yes, region-locking is real—some codes won’t work outside of the US version of the app.

How to Redeem Codes in MHA: TSH (Step-by-Step Guide)

I’ve helped a few friends troubleshoot this, and—believe me—it’s not as intuitive as it should be. Here’s what I personally do every time a new code drops.

For Android:

1. Open the game and let it load into the main lobby.
2. Tap your profile avatar in the top-left.
3. Go to Settings.
4. Scroll down and tap “Gift Code”.
5. Enter the code exactly (caps matter).
6. Confirm and check your mailbox for rewards.

For iOS:

It’s mostly the same, but I’ve had codes fail if I try too early after launching the game. Wait 30 seconds after logging in before you input the code.

Common Issues I’ve Seen:

• If the code says “invalid,” it’s either expired or region-locked.
• Rewards sometimes don’t appear immediately—exit and re-enter the mailbox.
• If you’ve already claimed on one device, you can’t claim again on another account tied to the same login method.

Expired Codes: What No Longer Works (2025 Recap)

If you’re still trying old codes from 2025 floating around on random TikToks—don’t bother. Most of them stopped working at the end of last year.

Here’s a handful I tested myself in January 2026 and got nothing from:

Most of the 2025 codes lasted about 1–2 weeks, and I noticed that event codes always had tighter windows than seasonal ones.

When Are New Codes Released?

If you’re wondering when to check for new codes—it’s usually tied to predictable events. That said, I’ve missed more than a few because I wasn’t watching the right channels.

From what I’ve tracked:

• US holidays = reliable drops: New Year, 4th of July, Thanksgiving.
• Anime collabs or season premieres (like MHA Season 7 last year) often trigger codes.
• Crunchyroll Expo and Anime NYC both dropped exclusive newsletter codes in 2025—I’d bet 2026 will be the same.
• Patch updates and server maintenance sometimes sneak in a “thanks for waiting” code too.

Best Ways to Stay Updated on MHA Codes

I’ve been burned before—seeing a code after it expired because I missed the announcement. So here’s what actually works for me:

• Official Discord: You’ll often see pinned messages or bot alerts within seconds of a drop.
• Twitter (X) – @MHA_TSH_US: They post code images during events.
• Reddit – r/MHATheStrongestHero: Good for user-tested confirmations and regional updates.
• Gaming sites like GameRant and PocketGamer often do roundups, but they’re sometimes slow.

I also set a Google Alert for “MHA The Strongest Hero codes” and check every Monday. Overkill? Maybe. But I haven’t missed one since.

Maximizing Rewards: Code Strategies for F2P Players

Here’s where I made a lot of mistakes early on. Redeeming codes is great—but if you don’t use the rewards wisely, they just sit in your mailbox or get wasted.

What’s Worked for Me:

• Save Recruit Tickets for banners with double drop rates or limited-time characters.
• Time Hero Coin redemptions for PvE stamina rush events—better return.
• Don’t let your mailbox hit the cap—I lost a 500-coin reward once that way.
• Combine codes with weekly login bonuses and shard banking to push character upgrades.

Basically, think of codes as timing tools, not freebies. Stack them with other events to get more than the face value.

Code-Related FAQs (US Player Edition)

Do codes expire at midnight EST?

Yes—usually Eastern Time, based on Crunchyroll’s US server reset. I’ve had codes expire at exactly 11:59 PM EST.

Can you redeem codes on multiple devices?

You can, but only once per account, regardless of device.

Are there US-only codes?

Definitely. Codes like USAFREEPLAY won’t work outside the American version.

iOS vs Android—any redemption difference?

Not really in 2026, though iOS users sometimes experience delay in gift delivery.

Final Thoughts

Codes aren’t just nice bonuses—they’re a core part of the F2P survival kit in MHA: TSH. Especially in the US, where Crunchyroll clearly knows how to play to the anime gamer crowd with timed drops and localized campaigns.

If you take anything from this—don’t trust code lists that aren’t updated weekly, and don’t waste good rewards during dead periods. Oh, and bookmark the official Crunchyroll codes page. It’s clunky, but it’s saved me more than once.

I’ll be keeping this list fresh throughout 2026. And yeah—still hoping for a new Todoroki alt.