Project KV's abrupt cancellation sparked an unexpected outcome: the birth of Project VK, a fan-made game. This non-profit endeavor, driven entirely by community passion, demonstrates the resilience and creativity of the gaming fanbase. Let's delve into the story behind this remarkable project.

From the Ruins of Project KV: A Community Rises

Studio Vikundi Unveils Project VK

Following the September 8th cancellation of Project KV, Studio Vikundi emerged on X (formerly Twitter) with a statement acknowledging the inspiration drawn from Project KV, while emphasizing their commitment to independent development. The studio clarified that Project VK is a non-profit, indie game created by dedicated fans, completely separate from Blue Archive or Project KV. Their statement directly addressed concerns about unprofessional behavior from the Project KV team, promising a different approach built on respect for existing copyrights and original content.

Project KV's downfall stemmed from significant online criticism regarding its striking similarity to Blue Archive, a game some of its developers previously worked on at Nexon Games. Accusations of plagiarism encompassed the game's visual style, music, and core concept – a Japanese-style city inhabited by female students wielding weapons.

Only a week after its second teaser, Dynamis One, the studio behind Project KV, announced its cancellation on X, issuing an apology to fans for the controversy. For a detailed account of Project KV's cancellation and the ensuing backlash, please refer to our related article.