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).
Their statement acknowledged Project KV's influence while emphasizing their commitment to continued development and meeting fan expectations. They explicitly stated that Project VK is an independent, non-profit endeavor, created by passionate individuals, and has no affiliation with Blue Archive or Project KV. The studio addressed concerns about plagiarism, assuring fans that Project VK is an original creation, respecting and upholding all existing copyrights. Their initiative was spurred by the disappointment caused by Project KV's team and their perceived unprofessional conduct. They pledged to operate with a higher standard of professionalism.
Project KV's cancellation on September 8th followed significant online criticism regarding its close resemblance to Blue Archive, a game some of its developers previously 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 releasing its second teaser, Dynamis One, the developer of Project KV, announced the cancellation on Twitter (X), apologizing for the controversy. For a more detailed account of Project KV's cancellation and the subsequent backlash, please refer to our related article.
