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 on September 8th, a dedicated group of fans has launched Project VK, a community-driven, non-profit game. Studio Vikundi, the team behind Project VK, released a statement on Twitter (X) the same day Project KV was shut down.
The statement acknowledged Project KV's influence while emphasizing Project VK's independent nature: "While inspired by that project, our development continues uninterrupted. Studio Vikundi is committed to exceeding your expectations." They further clarified: "Our project is a non-profit indie game created by passionate individuals. It's wholly original and unconnected to Blue Archive or Project KV. We were motivated by the disappointment surrounding Project KV's unprofessional conduct, and we pledge to maintain the highest ethical standards. We respect and uphold all existing copyrights."
Project KV's cancellation stemmed from 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 one week after releasing its second teaser, Dynamis One, the studio behind Project KV, announced its cancellation on Twitter (X), apologizing for the controversy. For a comprehensive account of Project KV's cancellation and the subsequent backlash, please see our related article.
