Infinity Nikki and its much-anticipated 1.5 update have finally arrived on Steam, but instead of a joyous celebration, they've been overshadowed by a flurry of drama and discontent.
Infold Games' beloved dress-up adventure, which had been exclusive to the Epic Game Store for months, made its debut on Valve's platform amidst a storm of technical issues, controversial design changes, and demanding outfit requirements. The developers have since issued an apology and promised compensation, yet the struggle surrounding Infinity Nikki is far from resolved.
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }PC players eagerly awaiting Infinity Nikki's Steam release were met with a barrage of technical problems, from game launch failures to widespread instability. While launch issues are not uncommon, the community's frustrations extend beyond mere performance.
The introduction of two new five-star outfits, Snowbound Ballad and Undying Ember, each comprising 11 pieces, has sparked significant backlash. Players now face the daunting task of up to 220 pulls to complete these sets, a sharp increase from what they were accustomed to. This unexpected change has raised fears that future outfit requirements may escalate even further.
Adding to the confusion, Infold extended the Crown of Miraland: Peak Arena event from two to three weeks, leaving the community bewildered. Amidst the technical turmoil and perceived aggressive monetization strategies, the Chinese player base took to the social media platform RedNote to voice their discontent, sparking a global movement. Players worldwide are now urged to boycott Infinity Nikki on Steam, leave negative reviews, and uninstall the game across all platforms.
“Holding back your pulls for a couple of days can help show we want IN to remain fun and fair for all players,” Reddit user kiaxxl stated in a call-to-action post. “For gacha games, tracking how successful a new batch of content is usually measured on the first few days. Holding back your pulls for a couple of days can help show we want IN to remain fun and fair for all players.”
The community's response has been swift and impactful, resulting in a “Mixed” rating for Infinity Nikki on Steam as players warn potential newcomers to steer clear until their demands are met and issues resolved.
The growing boycott prompted Infold to release an apology letter across its official channels, acknowledging the technical issues and promising improved communication about future changes.
“Thank you again for your support,” the message reads. “We know we still have shortcomings, but it’s because of your companionship that Nikki can keep pushing the boundaries of imagination. Please give us another chance to let Nikki’s starlight continue shining for all of us, ensuring our sincerity never fades.”
Apology Letter Regarding Version 1.5 Gaming Experience
Dear Stylists,
Hope this message finds you well.
First and foremost, we would like to extend our sincerest apologies. We are truly sorry that we were unable to provide you with a stable experience upon the release of the new… pic.twitter.com/YEjpGQpKho— Infinity Nikki (@InfinityNikkiEN) April 29, 2025
Infold's response includes plans to revert Mira Crown to end on May 16 and start the next season on the same day, along with compensation in the form of 10 Revelation Crystals, 10 Resonance Crystals, and 1200 Diamonds. While this is a step forward, it falls short of the comprehensive changes many players hoped for.
While some view Infold's concessions as a victory, others remain wary, particularly about the decision to maintain the 11-piece outfit requirement for some five-star outfits. Despite promises of better communication, concerns linger about the future of these demanding outfit sets.
I wish you would finally chance the drop rate.. it cant be that i need 200 pulls to get a 5star and then you drop like 5 banners within weeks?! Make the rate lower or give us more diamonds to be able to get crystals.. this is not fun!
— Denise92 (@nikkie92denise) April 29, 2025
The community has begun celebrating the swift changes they helped bring about, though the victory is not complete. Boycotters are now urging the community to maintain pressure on Infold.
“Think about it: CN players are pointing out that if we accept the 11-piece outfits and pity as it is, most new 5 stars will be 11 pieces,” Reddit user EdensAsmr said. “Imagine if every new major update has two 11-piece 5-star banners? That means you have to save even more to be able to handle it, and 70-80 pulls per patch will not cut it.”
Infinity Nikki Update 1.5 is now live, and you can find all the details in our Infinity Nikki 1.5 Bubble Season hub. Players can enjoy 100 free pulls and redeem new codes for rewards, including Resonance Crystals and Diamonds. For those exploring the new Sea of Stars area, our Infinity Nikki interactive map offers checklists to track your progress.
