"Infinity Nikki Update 1.5 Sparks Outrage, Players Threaten to Uninstall"

Infinity Nikki and its multiplayer-focused 1.5 update have arrived on Steam, but they've brought along a parade of drama. Infold Games’ stylish dress-up adventure, which was exclusive to the Epic Game Store for months, finally made its way to Valve’s digital storefront. However, what should have been a celebratory moment for fans has been overshadowed by a series of technical issues, confusing design changes, and demanding outfit requirements. The developers have issued an apology and promised compensation, yet 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 frustration as they encountered technical problems, including crashes and general instability that prevented the game from launching. While technical hiccups at launch are not uncommon, players were quick to express dissatisfaction beyond just the game's performance.

The introduction of two new five-star outfits, Snowbound Ballad and Undying Ember, each requiring 11 pieces, has caused uproar among the community. This means players could need up to 220 pulls to complete a set, a significant increase from what they are accustomed to, and it was implemented without prior notice. Fears are mounting that future outfit piece requirements might escalate even further.

In another surprising move, Infold extended the Crown of Miraland: Peak Arena event from two to three weeks, causing confusion and unrest within the community. Amidst these technical issues and the introduction of more demanding monetization practices, the Chinese player base took to the social media platform RedNote to voice their concerns, sparking a widespread movement. Now, players worldwide are rallying to boycott Infinity Nikki on Steam, 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 outcry has not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by the game's current "Mixed" rating on Steam. Players are using negative reviews to caution new users against playing until their demands are met and their grievances are addressed.

The boycott gained enough momentum that Infold responded with an apology letter distributed across their official channels. They acknowledged that many technical issues have been resolved and promised better 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 commitments to revert Mira Crown to end on May 16 and begin the next season on the same day, along with compensation 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.

While some see Infold’s concessions as a victory, others are concerned about the persistence of the 11-piece outfit requirement for new five-star outfits. Despite promises of better communication, the possibility of maintaining these high piece counts remains a point of contention.

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

Players are celebrating the swift changes they influenced, even if the results aren't exactly what they were hoping for. The boycott movement is 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 remarked. “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.”

Infinity Nikki Update 1.5 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 redeem new codes for rewards like Resonance Crystals and Diamonds. If you're exploring the new Sea of Stars area, use our Infinity Nikki interactive map to track your progress with checklists.