Infinity Nikki Fans Protest Update 1.5, Threaten Boycott

Infinity Nikki launches its multiplayer-focused 1.5 update on Steam, but players encounter unexpected drama alongside the release.

Infold Games' fashion-adventure title debuted on Valve's platform yesterday after months of Epic Game Store exclusivity. What should've been a celebratory moment turned sour as players encountered technical glitches, confusing design alterations, and demanding gacha requirements. The development team has issued apologies while pledging compensation - though the community remains divided.

Me after waiting for the update to come out, only to see the state of things... byu/Incho37 inInfinityNikki

PC players anticipating Infinity Nikki's Steam launch faced various technical problems ranging from crashes to general instability. While launch issues aren't uncommon, the community identified deeper concerns beyond performance.

The newly introduced five-star outfits - Snowbound Ballad and Undying Ember - require collecting 11 individual pieces per set (potentially 220 pulls), marking a significant increase from previous requirements. Many players voiced frustration over this unexpected change.

Simultaneously, Infold extended the Crown of Miraland: Peak Arena event duration from two weeks to three, creating community confusion. As technical issues persisted and monetization demands grew, Chinese players organized on RedNote, sparking a global movement urging Steam boycotts, negative reviews, and uninstalls across platforms.

"Holding back your pulls for a couple of days can help show we want IN to remain fun and fair for all players."

"What I'm reminding people is that many Chinese IN stylists pledged to avoid spending on banners to send a clear message," Reddit user kiaxxl explained in a post. "Gacha games typically measure new content success within initial days. Temporary restraint demonstrates our expectations for fairness."

The coordinated response yielded tangible results - Infinity Nikki currently holds a "Mixed" Steam rating as players warn newcomers about existing issues.

Mounting pressure compelled Infold to release an official apology acknowledging technical problems while promising better communication. The statement confirmed fixes for major issues and announced compensation: 10 Revelation Crystals, 10 Resonance Crystals, and 1200 Diamonds.

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

While some players welcomed these adjustments, others remain concerned about maintaining 11-piece outfit requirements. Despite promises for improved dialogue, indications suggest future five-star outfits may follow this precedent.

I wish you would finally change the drop rate.. it can't be that I need 200 pulls to get a 5 star and then you drop like 5 banners within weeks?! Make the rate better or give us more diamonds to be able to get crystals.. this is not fun!

— Denise92 (@nikkie92denise) April 29, 2025

The community celebrates their impact while maintaining pressure for further changes. As Reddit user EdensAsmr noted: "Accepting 11-piece outfits establishes precedent. If every major update introduces multiple such banners, current saving strategies become obsolete."

Infinity Nikki Update 1.5 is now available, offering 100 free pulls and redeemable codes for Resonance Crystals/Diamonds. Players exploring the Sea of Stars can utilize our interactive map to track progress.