Project VK Emerges as "Successor" After Blue Archive Controversy

Project VK: A Fan-Made Game Rises from the Ashes of Project KV

Following the swift cancellation of Project KV, a dedicated community has launched Project VK, a non-profit fan-made game. The announcement, made by Studio Vikundi on Twitter (X) on September 8th – the same day Project KV was axed – emphasized their commitment to continuing development.

Studio Vikundi's statement clarified that while Project KV served as inspiration, Project VK is an entirely original, non-profit indie game developed by passionate individuals. They explicitly distanced themselves from any connection to Blue Archive or Project KV, asserting their commitment to ethical development and copyright respect. The statement directly addressed the unprofessional conduct alleged against the Project KV team, promising a different approach.

Project KV's cancellation on September 8th followed intense online criticism regarding its similarity 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 city populated by female students wielding weapons. Dynamis One, the developer of Project KV, announced the cancellation just a week after releasing its second teaser, apologizing for the controversy. (For a more detailed account of Project KV's cancellation, please refer to [link to relevant article]).

Project VK represents a community response to the disappointment surrounding Project KV, demonstrating the power of fan dedication and a commitment to responsible game development.