# 2. The Essentials: MixBots, Masks & More

Your journey in **MixMob: Racer 1** begins with two key assets:

* <img src="https://2985404471-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FymeWiraMgu0d0none8sI%2Fuploads%2Fz6S1YNlf2g3pcw7suljA%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=90f2268b-d326-4a53-b9ba-3e19eefa4633" alt="" data-size="line"> **MixBots** – Your racing companion, each with unique stats that impact speed, handling, and strategy. Progress by earning **MixPoints** in Arenas and unlocking more MixBots through MixPods.
* <img src="https://2985404471-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FymeWiraMgu0d0none8sI%2Fuploads%2FRNmNmetMdJpevUXhZzX3%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=7ac39e30-f546-43f0-9617-966a53d7348e" alt="" data-size="line"> **Masks** – Your avatar in the MixMob universe, representing your identity and style on the racetrack.

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#### **Currencies & Progression**

* <img src="https://2985404471-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FymeWiraMgu0d0none8sI%2Fuploads%2Fs2fEFhkV3Ke7sbUmX8wW%2FGroup%201000004193.png?alt=media&#x26;token=9ab9b127-9682-4030-b0fd-ce7c7d58d38f" alt="" data-size="line"> **MixPoints** – Earned by competing in Arenas (Casual, Ranked, League, and Pop-Up Arenas). Use MixPoints to **purchase MixPods**, which guarantee Stickers and have a chance to unlock new MixBots.
* <img src="https://2985404471-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FymeWiraMgu0d0none8sI%2Fuploads%2Fp5OrY4UMdj6uDg5UkcGs%2FGroup%201000004185.png?alt=media&#x26;token=063264b7-3de2-4e00-9f00-54bbc42ae546" alt="" data-size="line"> **MXM** – The game's premium currency, used to unlock **exclusive Arenas, items, and rewards.** Players can purchase and use MXM seamlessly in-game.

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#### **Race, Compete & Progress**

Jump in, pick your MixBot, and start racing. Compete across **Casual, Ranked, League, and Pop-Up Arenas** to earn **MixPoints** and unlock more MixBots through MixPods. Your Mask represents your identity—flex it on the track.

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#### **🛠️ What’s Coming Next?**

More ways to flex, more ways to win. **Customize your MixBot, unlock new cards, and take your strategy to the next level.** Big updates are on the way—check out our [Roadmap](https://mixmob.gitbook.io/mixmob-player-guide/the-game/racer-1-roadmap) for details.