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), stating their intention to continue development without interruption.
Their statement emphasized: "While inspired by that project, our team, like responsible adults, will proceed as planned. Studio Vikundi remains committed to meeting your expectations." They further clarified: "Project VK is a non-profit indie game created by passionate individuals. It's unrelated to Blue Archive or Project KV. Born from the disappointment of Project KV's unprofessional conduct, we pledge a different approach. This project is entirely original and respects all existing copyrights."
Project KV's cancellation on September 8th stemmed from significant online criticism regarding its close 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 Japanese-style city inhabited by female students wielding weapons.
Just a week after its second teaser, Dynamis One announced Project KV's cancellation on Twitter (X), apologizing for the controversy. For a comprehensive look at Project KV's cancellation and the resulting backlash, please refer to our related article (link to article would go here).
