"Infinity Nikki Update 1.5 Sparks Uninstall Threats Over Controversial Changes"

Infinity Nikki and its much-anticipated multiplayer-focused 1.5 update have finally landed on Steam, but the launch has been overshadowed by a series of technical issues, controversial design changes, and demanding outfit requirements. Infold Games' stylish dress-up adventure, which had been exclusive to the Epic Game Store for months, was supposed to be a moment of celebration for fans. Instead, it has been marred by problems, leading to widespread discontent among the player base. The developers have issued an apology and promised compensation, but the battle for Infinity Nikki is far from over.

Me after waiting for the update to come out, only to see the state of things…
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PC players eagerly awaiting the Steam release of Infinity Nikki were met with a host of technical issues, including crashes and general instability that prevented the game from launching properly. While technical problems at launch are not uncommon, the community's frustration extended beyond performance issues. The introduction of two new five-star outfits, Snowbound Ballad and Undying Ember, each requiring 11 pieces, has sparked outrage. This means players might need up to 220 pulls to complete a set, a significant increase from the usual requirements and one that was introduced without prior notice. There's a 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, a decision that left the community bewildered. Amidst these technical issues and the introduction of more aggressive monetization strategies, the Chinese player base took to the social media platform RedNote to voice their concerns. This quickly escalated into a global movement, with players 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 community's response has been significant, with Infinity Nikki currently holding a "Mixed" rating on Steam as players leave negative reviews to warn potential newcomers. The backlash has grown so large that Infold issued an apology letter across its official channels, acknowledging the technical issues and promising improvements in 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

Infold's apology included promises 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 is a step in the right direction, it falls short of the comprehensive changes many players were hoping for.

Some players see Infold's concessions as a victory, but 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 still require 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

Despite the partial success of their efforts, boycotters are urging the community to keep up the pressure. "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."

The Infinity Nikki 1.5 update 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 there are new codes available for rewards, including Resonance Crystals and Diamonds. If you're exploring the new Sea of Stars area, check out our Infinity Nikki interactive map to track your progress with detailed checklists.