Blue Archive-Like Game 'Project KV' Shelved Amid Fan Backlash

Project KV, a visual novel developed by former Blue Archive creators, has been canceled following significant backlash over its striking resemblance to its predecessor. This article explores the reasons behind the game's abrupt cancellation.
Project KV Cancellation: Dynamis One's Apology
Dynamis One, a studio founded by ex-Blue Archive developers at Nexon Games, announced the cancellation of Project KV on September 9th via Twitter (X). The statement apologized for the controversy sparked by the game's similarities to Blue Archive, a popular mobile gacha game. The studio acknowledged public concerns and pledged to avoid similar issues in the future. They expressed regret to fans and confirmed the removal of all Project KV related materials online, promising to strive for improved future projects that meet fan expectations.
The initial promotional video, released August 18th, showcased a voiced prologue and introduced the development team. A second teaser, released two weeks later, further detailed the characters and storyline. However, the project's cancellation followed just a week after the second teaser's release. While disappointing for Dynamis One, the online reaction to the cancellation was largely positive.
Blue Archive vs. "Red Archive": A Storm of Controversy
Dynamis One, led by former Blue Archive lead Park Byeong-Lim, generated considerable buzz upon its founding in April. The departure of key developers from Nexon to form the new studio raised immediate questions among the Blue Archive fanbase. These concerns intensified with Project KV's unveiling, which showcased numerous similarities to Blue Archive, from aesthetics and music to the core concept: a Japanese-style city populated by weapon-wielding female students.
Further fueling the controversy was the inclusion of a "Master" character, echoing Blue Archive's "Sensei," and the presence of halo-like adornments above characters' heads, a direct parallel to Blue Archive's visually significant halos. These halos, integral to Blue Archive's narrative, were a major point of contention, leading to accusations of plagiarism and the perception of Project KV as a blatant copy. The use of "KV," speculated to stand for "Kivotos" (Blue Archive's city), further fueled the nickname "Red Archive," suggesting a derivative work.
While Blue Archive's general producer, Kim Yong-ha, indirectly addressed the controversy by sharing a fan's clarification on Twitter (X) stating Project KV's lack of direct connection to Blue Archive, the negative response ultimately led to the project's cancellation.
The Future of Dynamis One
Dynamis One's decision to cancel Project KV without detailed explanation leaves the future of the studio and its approach to future projects uncertain. While some may lament the lost potential, many view the cancellation as a justified response to the perceived plagiarism. Whether Dynamis One will learn from this experience and develop a more original vision remains to be seen.
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