Project KV's abrupt cancellation sparked an unexpected response: a fan-made game, Project VK, rose from the ashes. Driven by community passion, this non-profit project demonstrates the dedication of players.
From the Ashes of Project KV's Cancellation: A Fan-Made Game Emerges
Studio Vikundi Unveils Project VK
Following Project KV's September 8th cancellation, Studio Vikundi announced Project VK on Twitter (X). Their statement addressed the situation, emphasizing their continued commitment to development despite the controversy surrounding Project KV. The studio clarified that while Project KV served as inspiration, Project VK is an entirely original, non-profit indie game created by dedicated individuals. They explicitly stated no connection to Blue Archive or Project KV, and pledged to maintain professional conduct, contrasting with the criticisms leveled at the Project KV team.
Project KV's cancellation on September 8th followed significant online criticism regarding its strong resemblance to Blue Archive, a game some of its developers worked on at Nexon Games. Accusations of plagiarism encompassed the game's art style, music, and core concept: a city populated by female students wielding weapons. Just a week after releasing its second teaser, Dynamis One announced the cancellation on Twitter (X), apologizing to fans for the resulting controversy. For a more in-depth look at Project KV's cancellation and the subsequent backlash, please see our related article.
