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 non-profit, community-driven game. On September 8th, the same day Project KV was shut down, Studio Vikundi announced their project on Twitter (X), stating their commitment to continue development.
The studio's statement emphasized their independence: "While inspired by a certain project, our team, like responsible adults, will proceed with development uninterrupted. Studio Vikundi aims to exceed expectations." They further clarified: "Our project is a non-profit indie game created by passionate individuals. It has no affiliation with Blue Archive or Project KV. Born from fan disappointment with Project KV's unprofessional conduct, we promise a different approach. Project VK is entirely original and respects all existing copyrights."
Project KV's cancellation on September 8th followed significant 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 female students wielding weapons.
Only 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 comprehensive analysis of Project KV's cancellation and the resulting backlash, please refer to our related article.
