Horizon Play has its own levels and Badges. The official progression guide describes a Badge every ten ranks up to level 100, with additional Badges tied to mode participation and skills.
Check the right progression screen
A Festival Wristband, a Discover Japan Stamp and a Horizon Play Badge represent different goals. If a Badge has not appeared, inspect its own requirement rather than using your campaign status as evidence that it should already be unlocked.
Suggested Badge pursuit
Choose a requirement you enjoy so progress remains a useful reason to play.
- Read the specific Badge’s wording and current progress.
- Identify the named mode or skill it requires.
- Choose that mode and complete a normal session.
- Recheck its progress before committing to a longer grind.
- If the counter does not match, record the requirement and activity for support.
Rank and series standing are not interchangeable
The official introduction describes series leaderboards that reset with a new Playlist series. A changing standing is not proof that your permanent progression has been erased. Compare the label on the screen before diagnosing a lost Badge.
Sources & further reading
Sources checked October 3, 2026. Location reports are credited to their authors; this guide does not claim firsthand playtesting. Header artwork is a decorative illustration.
Playground Games — Wristbands, Stamps and Horizon PlayFrequently asked questions
Does earning Gold automatically complete every multiplayer Badge?
These are distinct systems. Read each Badge’s mode or skill requirement; the Gold Festival Wristband is not a substitute for it.