What is Overtime : The Frozen Star ?
The Overtime event is a two-day sprint in the larger Frost Star event . Points are awarded at the rate of 1 point for each minute of construction acceleration , research or general acceleration used during the active period .
" Frozen Star " vs " Overtime : Frozen Star "
The standard Frozen Star rewards you for replenishing the stock of Frozen Stars . Overtime takes into account the minutes of acceleration spent during a particular 48 - hour window . You don't buy points directly , you invest in infrastructure that allows you to generate points faster by running parallel queues .
Why is the target 2080 ?
Below this threshold , the value of gems drops dramatically . Above it there is nothing - every point above 2080 simply disappears . Dial exactly 2080 , pick up the awards and stop . The state honours leaderboard gives extra gems for the top 100 players , but chasing them requires spending . For most players , the level rewards themselves justify the costs .
Confirmed dates as of March 2026
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| The " Frost Star " event | 1-31 March , 2026 |
| Bonus period of 5% to replenishment | March 13 - 18 , 2026 |
| The RamadanJoy2026 Gift Code expires | March 19 , 2026 , 23 : 59 UTC |
| End of Season 5 | End of March 2026 |
Replying to your account before March 13 deprives you of 5% bonus . No bonus is accrued retroactively . Put a reminder in your calendar .
How Overtime Glasses Really Work
Frozen Star points in the Overtime event are earned not by spending Frosty Stars , but by burning minutes of acceleration . Your Frozen Stars are making continuous improvements that allow you to use accelerations more efficiently .
Important Infrastructure
Two continuous improvements are the foundation of any serious Overtime strategy .
- Additional construction phase - 500 MZ , permanent second slot for construction
- Additional march line - 500 MZ , permanent second slot for collection
- Monthly map - 500 M3 , 20 endurance points + gems daily for 30 days
Subtotal : 1500 MZ . These improvements persist after the reset of season 5 . With two active construction queues , you generate overtime points twice as fast as a player with one queue , at the same acceleration costs . This is the same multiplier that many guides miss .
A player who burns a 60 - minute acceleration in two active bursts gets 120 Overtime points . One queue gives 60 . An additional construction queue for 500 MZ actually doubles the value of each acceleration you accumulate .
Free resources first
Six gift codes give a total of 4700 gems , as well as accelerations , resources , fragments of heroes and VIP experiences . The DCMilestone code gives 2 shards of the mythical general - an underappreciated but valuable resource for the progress of the 15th generation .
Activating : Avatar → gear icon → Gift code tab → Enter code (register has value) → Activate → Mail box
The crescent enlightenment missions also allow you to receive emblems of generosity , which can be exchanged for fragments of mythical heroes before the end of season 5 . Collect everything for free before spending money .
The Fair Limit for F2P Players
Without two queues , to reach 2080 points , you would need to burn 34 + hours of acceleration in 48 hours - this is a very tight schedule . With two queues , this number drops to~17 hours per queue , which is quite achievable with 4 days of accumulation of resources before the event .(which give +25% to learning speed) saves about 20% of acceleration , allowing you to stretch your stocks .
Mathematics of currency
Standard rate : 100 Frost Stars for 1 US dollar . Between 13 and 18 March , the effective rate improves depending on the size of the set .
Comparison of Sets
| Set price| MoH Standard| Promo MZ (13 - 18 March)| Effective Course|
|---|---|---|---||$4.99| 499 М З| 524 MZ| ~105 М З/$1||$9.99| 999 MZ| 1049 MZ| ~105 М З/$1||$99.99| 9999 MZ| 10499 MZ| ~105 М З/$1||$999.99| 99990 MZ| 99990 М З| ~100 MZ/$1|
Set for $999.99 It has no promo bonus .Ten sets of $99.99 during the promotion give 104,990 MZ versus 99,990 MZ from one set for $999.99 - a difference of 5000 MZ at the same cost . Never buy a set for $999.99 during the promotional event .
Calculation of the minimum costs
Step 1 : Infrastructure first
If not , this is your first expense : 1500 MZ for constantly setting up two queues .
Step 2 : Required acceleration minutes
| Queue Configuration| Required minutes of acceleration| Clock|
|---|---|---||One line| 2080 minutes| 34.7 hours||Two lines| 1040 minutes on line| ~17.3 hours on line|
Step 3 - The Lean Player Path ($14.98 total)
$4.99 + $9.99 in March 13 - 18 = 524 + 1049 = 1573 MZ
- Additional phase of construction : 500 MZ
- Additional line of the march : 500 MZ
- Monthly card : 500 MZ
- Balance : MZ 73
Two queues are active , the monthly map is working , the infrastructure is ready . This player can score 2080 overtime points if he has accumulated acceleration from gift codes , alliance events and crescent enlightenment missions . The most profitable replenishment of the Freezing Stars Whiteout Survival for the event " Overtime " 2026 Until March 13 .
Step 4 - Moderate Player Path ($99.99 promotional package)
At 10,499 MZ , one promotional set for $99.99 covers :
- Level 1 unlock : 1500 MZ
- Festival set : 999 MZ (acceleration , resources , VIP points , seasonal items)
- Reserve~8000 MZ for 15th generation hero sets on 1080 + day servers
The festival kit is especially valuable if you are close to VIP level 6 (40,000 VIP points are required) . Free permanent march queue - If you are close to this threshold , VIP glasses from the festival kit can save you from having to buy an additional march queue separately , saving 500 MZ .
Step 5 - Evaluation for F2P
Without two queues , the requirement of 34 hours of acceleration in a 48 - hour window leaves no room for error . The $14.98 cost-saving player path exists precisely because the payback on this first purchase - 3200 gems plus mythical guides - is high enough to justify it.
Outcomes by set levels
$4.99-$9.99 : The best entry point for beginners or players replenishing the balance . The 5% promotional bonus applies to both - buy from March 13 to March 18 or do not buy at all .
$99.99 : Gold Mean for moderate players . Covers Level 1 unlock , festival set and leaves a stock for 15th generation heroes . If you spend more , take multiple sets of $99.99 . Never take a $999.99 set during the promo .
Festival set (999 MZ) : High situational value : If you are close to VIP 6 , the VIP glasses from this set can open up a free permanent march queue , which actually makes its value equal to 1499 MZ .
If you are planning a big purchase , it is worth checking out . Discount window for the replenishment of the Frost Stars Whiteout Survival in March More Frozen Stars per dollar directly increases your budget to reach 2080 points .
Is the level of 2080 worth it ?
Yes . Only 3200 gems represent great value at standard conversion rates , and 5 mythical research guides and 5 mythical expedition guides are meaningful items for progress exclusive to this level . Stopping at a lower level means missing these guides forever .
The honor leaders table is another calculation . The top 100 requires spending well above the minimum of 2080 points , and the marginal payback after that threshold drops dramatically . Unless you are in a competitive state where the top 100 is achievable with moderate effort , aim for the level and stop .
Mistakes that cost real money
Buying permanent lines last - The most expensive mistake in the middle of a game in Whiteout Survival . Accelerations bought for MZ are spent once . The queues multiply the value of every acceleration you ever use . First queues , always .
Buy a set for $999.99 during the promotion It costs you 5000 MZ compared to ten sets of $99.99 at the same cost .
Deposit of the account by March 13 It deprives you of a 5% bonus with no possibility of refund .
Missing Gift Codes Before spending leaves 4700 free gems unclaimed .
Spending of the Ministry of Health on the festival set before buying two queues - The festival kit has real value , but it is secondary to the permanent infrastructure that makes each future event more efficient .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Overtime Points can I get for free ? Gift codes give 4700 gems plus accelerations , and crescent enlightenment missions add even more - but the exact limit of free points depends on your activity and engagement in the alliance .
Are replenishment beyond the period of March 13 - 18 included in the balance of the Frost Stars ? Yes, purchases from March 1 to March 31 are included in the balance sheet. But anything outside the March 13 - 18 period does not receive a 5% bonus-less Frozen Stars per dollar, without exception.
Can members of the alliance combine overtime points? No. The event is individual. Coordination of the alliance before the window starts helps you accumulate more accelerations, which indirectly increases your personal score.
What if I don't reach the 2080 level? There is no grace period, no dogon mechanics. The event lasts 48 hours. You receive rewards for the level you have reached. That is why accumulation before the event (minimum 4 days) and having two active queues before the window opens are not discussed.
Should we save the MZ for the sets of heroes of the 15th generation? Community experience recommends saving 2,000 - 3,000 MZ for 48-hour sets of 15th generation heroes on 1080 + day servers. Keep this in mind in your budget before spending everything on the festival set.
Can F2P players really score 2,080 points? The $14.98 frugal player path reduces the acceleration requirement from 34 + hours to ~ 17 hours per queue-and given the 3,200 gemstones reward, the payback on this first purchase is hard to dispute.
Event dates and the value of the sets are based on community data as of early March 2026. Check current prices and bonus windows in the game before buying-developers can make changes without notice.
