A Fan-Made Game Rises from the Ashes of Project KV's Cancellation
Studio Vikundi Unveils Project VK
Following the abrupt cancellation of Project KV, a dedicated group of fans has launched Project VK, a community-driven, non-profit game. On September 8th, the same day Project KV was shut down, Studio Vikundi announced their project on Twitter (X), addressing the controversy surrounding Project KV.
Studio Vikundi's statement emphasized their commitment to continuing development, stating, "While inspired by that project, our team, like responsible adults, will proceed with our work uninterrupted. Studio Vikundi is dedicated to meeting your expectations."
In a subsequent post, they clarified, "Project VK is a non-profit indie game created by passionate individuals. It is entirely unrelated to Blue Archive or Project KV. Born from the disappointment of Project KV's unprofessional conduct, we pledge to maintain a higher standard. Our project is original and respects all existing copyrights."
Project KV's cancellation on September 8th followed intense online criticism regarding its striking similarities 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 Japanese-style city inhabited by weapon-wielding female students.
Just a week after its second teaser, Dynamis One announced Project KV's cancellation on Twitter (X), apologizing to fans for the controversy. For a comprehensive analysis of Project KV's downfall and the ensuing backlash, please refer to our related article.
