Infinity Nikki and its highly anticipated multiplayer-focused 1.5 update have arrived on Steam, but the launch has been overshadowed by a series of controversies and technical issues. Infold Games' stylish dress-up adventure, which was previously exclusive to the Epic Game Store, aimed to delight fans with its release on Valve's platform. However, the celebration was short-lived as players encountered a host of problems, including game crashes and instability, alongside perplexing design changes and demanding outfit requirements. In response, the developers issued an apology and pledged compensation, yet the battle for the future of Infinity Nikki continues.
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PC players eagerly awaited the Steam release of Infinity Nikki, only to be met with a barrage of technical issues that prevented them from even launching the game. While launch-day problems are not uncommon, the community's frustration extended beyond mere performance issues. The introduction of two new five-star outfits, Snowbound Ballad and Undying Ember, each consisting of 11 pieces, has sparked significant discontent. Players are now facing the prospect of up to 220 pulls to complete these sets, a stark increase from the usual requirements, which came without prior notice. Concerns are growing that future outfit sets might demand even more from players.
Amidst these issues, Infold extended the Crown of Miraland: Peak Arena event by a week, causing further confusion among the player base. With technical glitches and the introduction of more demanding monetization strategies, members of the Chinese Infinity Nikki community took to the social platform RedNote to voice their concerns, igniting a global movement. Players worldwide are now calling for a boycott of Infinity Nikki on Steam, urging others to 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 backlash has had a tangible impact, with Infinity Nikki currently holding a "Mixed" rating on Steam as players leave negative reviews to warn potential newcomers. The situation escalated to the point where Infold issued an apology letter across its official channels, acknowledging the technical issues and promising improved communication about future adjustments.
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 apology included 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 move is seen as a step in the right direction, it falls short of the comprehensive changes many players were hoping for.
While some view Infold's concessions as a victory, others remain skeptical, particularly about the decision to maintain the 11-piece requirement for new outfits. Despite promises of better communication, it seems that some five-star outfits will continue to demand 11 pieces.
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 Infinity Nikki community has begun celebrating the swift response to their outcry, though it's not the complete victory they sought. Boycotters are now urging the community to maintain pressure on the developers.
"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 new codes are available for redeeming 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.
