Infinity Nikki Faces Backlash Over 1.5 Update Changes to Gacha System and Story
Infinity Nikki’s 1.5 update sparks fan outrage after gacha changes increase outfit costs and the intro is retconned, leading to a community-led “girlcott” against Infold Games.
Infinity Nikki’s Controversial 1.5 Update Sparks Fan Backlash and a Community ‘Girlcott’
After a massive launch that saw Infinity Nikki rack up over 20 million downloads across PS5, PC, and mobile platforms, the game’s shine has started to fade. Once hailed as one of the biggest gaming success stories of 2024, Infinity Nikki is now mired in controversy following the release of its 1.5 update — and fans aren’t happy.
Gacha Overhaul Makes Outfits Much Pricier
One of the biggest changes causing uproar revolves around the pity system — a mechanic designed to eventually reward players after several unsuccessful gacha pulls. Previously, players were guaranteed a gacha item after 20 pulls. That system worked hand-in-hand with Infinity Nikki’s banner format, which cycles in new, time-limited outfits and items.
But with update 1.5, Infold Games announced that all future dresses will now be broken into 11 separate pieces. That means to get an entire outfit, players might need to perform up to 220 pulls — a massive increase in cost for those chasing complete sets. Fans argue that this change transforms the game’s dress-up core into a grind-heavy cash sink.
Story Retcon Upsets Longtime Fans
On top of the gacha controversy, Infinity Nikki players are also upset about unexpected story changes. The update replaces the game’s original intro with a new opening level titled “Sea of Stars.” This change effectively retcons earlier scenes and downgrades Ena, a fan-favorite quest-exclusive character, to a side role.
Many players feel the new opening weakens the tone and storytelling that helped the game stand out in the first place, calling it a sign of rushed or misguided post-launch planning.
Fan Reactions: From Frustration to ‘Girlcott’
While Infold Games did issue an apology acknowledging fan concerns, the damage may already be done — especially after reports emerged that the studio was muting the word “boycott” on Discord and other social platforms. That move only added fuel to the fire, and in response, some players have launched a tongue-in-cheek protest called the “girlcott” — urging others to stop spending or playing until meaningful changes are made.
On Reddit, Twitter, and Discord, players have been vocal about feeling ignored or silenced, criticizing the lack of communication and the sudden monetization shifts.
What’s Going On with Infinity Nikki?
- ✅ New 1.5 Update increased the cost of outfits by splitting them into 11 parts
- ❌ Pity system devalued, now may take up to 220 pulls to complete one outfit
- 🔄 Opening story retconned, sidelining fan-favorite character Ena
- 🔇 Censorship accusations, with reports of muted keywords like “boycott”
- 🚫 Fans respond with a “girlcott”, demanding a rollback or better communication
Despite its strong start, Infinity Nikki now finds itself at a crossroads. Whether Infold Games listens and adjusts course could determine if this franchise’s next chapter continues to shine — or fades into controversy.
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