Project KV's abrupt cancellation sparked an unexpected response: the birth of Project VK, a fan-made game. This non-profit endeavor showcases the power of community passion.
From the Canceled Project KV, a Fan-Made Successor Emerges
Studio Vikundi Unveils Project VK
Following Project KV's cancellation on September 8th, Studio Vikundi announced Project VK, a community-driven, non-profit game. Their Twitter (X) statement addressed the situation directly: "While inspired by that project, our team remains committed to development, unaffected by recent events. We aim to exceed your expectations."
Studio Vikundi further clarified: "Our indie game is a non-profit project created by dedicated individuals. It's unrelated to Blue Archive or Project KV. Born from fan disappointment with Project KV's unprofessional conduct, we pledge a different approach. Project VK is original and respects all existing copyrights."
Project KV's cancellation stemmed from significant online criticism regarding its resemblance to Blue Archive, a game some of its developers worked on at Nexon Games. Accusations of plagiarism covered various aspects, from art style and music to the core concept: a Japanese 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 for the controversy. For more details on the cancellation and the ensuing backlash, see our related article!
