Infinity Nikki Players Threaten Mass Uninstall Over Controversial Update 1.5 Changes

Infinity Nikki and its much-anticipated 1.5 update have finally arrived on Steam, but the release has been overshadowed by a host of issues, sparking widespread drama among the game's community. Infold Games' fashionable dress-up adventure, which had been exclusive to the Epic Game Store for months, made its debut on Valve's platform. Instead of celebrating, fans were greeted with a slew of technical problems, unexpected design changes, and demanding new outfit requirements. In response, the developers issued an apology and promised compensation, yet the fight for Infinity Nikki's future rages on.

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Upon the game's Steam launch, PC players eagerly tried to dive in but were met with crashes and general instability that prevented the game from launching properly. While technical issues at launch are not uncommon, the community's frustration extended beyond performance woes. The introduction of two new five-star outfits, Snowbound Ballad and Undying Ember, each comprising 11 pieces, has alarmed players. Collecting these outfits could require up to 220 pulls, a significant increase from what players are accustomed to, and this change came without prior notice. There's growing concern that future outfit requirements will only become more demanding.

Adding to the confusion, Infold extended the Crown of Miraland: Peak Arena event from two to three weeks, causing further unrest among the player base. Amidst these technical issues and perceived monetization shifts, the Chinese player community took to the social media platform RedNote to voice their discontent, igniting a movement that quickly spread globally. Players worldwide are now rallying to boycott Infinity Nikki on Steam, urging others to leave negative reviews and uninstall the game across all platforms.

In a strategic move to protest these changes, members of the community are withholding their pulls, as explained by Reddit user kiaxxl in a call-to-action post. "Holding back your pulls for a couple of days can help show we want IN to remain fun and fair for all players," they stated, highlighting the importance of the initial days in measuring the success of new content in gacha games.

The backlash has had a tangible impact, with Infinity Nikki currently holding a "Mixed" rating on Steam due to a flood of negative reviews cautioning potential players to steer clear until their concerns are addressed. The mounting pressure culminated in Infold issuing an apology letter across their official channels, acknowledging the technical issues and promising improved communication regarding 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

The apology included plans to revert the Mira Crown event 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 these steps are seen as progress, they fall short of the comprehensive changes many players hoped for, especially regarding the 11-piece outfits.

Despite some players celebrating the swift response from Infold, others remain wary of the studio's commitment to maintaining the 11-piece requirement for future outfits. Social media reactions, like those from user Denise92 on Twitter, call for adjustments to the drop rates and more generous diamond allocations to make the game more enjoyable.

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 community's efforts have not gone unnoticed, and while celebrating their impact, boycotters are urging continued pressure to ensure lasting changes. Reddit user EdensAsmr warned that accepting the current 11-piece outfits could set a precedent for even more demanding future updates, requiring players to save more resources to keep up.

With the Infinity Nikki 1.5 update now live, players can find all the necessary details in our Infinity Nikki 1.5 Bubble Season hub. New players and returning fans can benefit from 100 free pulls and redeem new codes for rewards like Resonance Crystals and Diamonds. For those exploring the new Sea of Stars area, our interactive map provides checklists to track progress.