Project KV's Blue Archive Scandal Leads to \"Project VK\" Successor Being Born

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), addressing the controversy surrounding Project KV.

Their statement affirmed their commitment to the project, stating, "While inspired by that project, our development continues uninterrupted. The Studio Vikundi team remains dedicated to exceeding your expectations." They further clarified, "Project VK is a non-profit indie game created by passionate individuals. It's entirely original and unrelated to Blue Archive or Project KV. We were disappointed by Project KV's unprofessional conduct and promise to maintain a higher standard. We respect and uphold 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.

Only a week after releasing its second teaser, Dynamis One, the developer of Project KV, announced its 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.