Infinity Nikki Issues Apology After Issues With Version 1.5

Summary

Infinity Nikki's developer has apologized for the unstable Version 1.5 launch.
Some key issues have been fixed, but many more have yet to be addressed.
Version 1.5 introduced several new features such as co-op multiplayer and a Dye System.

Infinity Nikki developer Papergames recently apologized to the community due to the rocky launch of Version 1.5 and has promised fixes for the most pressing problems soon. Version 1.5 was supposed to be a major milestone for Infinity Nikki, bringing new features to the popular game, but its release was riddled with bugs and controversial decisions, disappointing the fanbase.

Infinity Nikki was released in December 2024, and Papergames has been releasing consistent updates since then, at the rate of around one new update per month. Infinity Nikki had a pretty successful launch, earning over $850 million in sales during its first month, and the developers have been working hard to provide gamers with fresh content since then. However, the newest update turned out to be problematic, as gamers have reported multiple glitches involving the title's new features and some difficulties logging in after Version 1.5 was implemented.

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Now, Papergames has addressed the issue, apologizing to the players and acknowledging that the update “fell short of expectations.” According to the developer, some hotfixes have already been implemented, addressing major issues like one that prevented gamers from logging in. Also, three other fixes regarding Nikki’s appearance have been fixed. Unfortunately, it seems that Papergames still has a long way to go, as it lists almost a dozen bugs that will be ironed out in the next few days, including fixing resolution setting issues, problems with interaction smoothness and interruption, and frequent startup errors on the PS5, for example. The developer also promised to fix the performance issues with Infinity Nikki’s co-op multiplayer and the new DIY Workshop and Color Lookbook, which were implemented in Version 1.5.

Papergames Apologizes for Issues Regarding Infinity Nikki's Version 1.5 and Promises Fixes

Key issues already resolved

Fixed an issue where, under certain circumstances, the client displayed "Initialization failed, please restart the game" and prevented login.
Fixed an issue where shared outfits were wrongly displayed as Nikki's default outfit [Perfect Start] in the [Color Lookbook].
Fixed an issue where the piece [Floral Dreamscape] of the outfit [Flowing Colors] had an incorrect category after glow-up.
Fixed an issue where interactions in the Heart of Infinity interface were unavailable under certain conditions.

Prioritized fixes and optimizations in the next few days

Resolution setting issues.
Material and lighting display issues in areas such as Sea of Stars, Serenity Island, and Land with No Name.
Interaction smoothness and interruption issues across mobile, PC, and PS5 platforms.
Frequent startup errors on the PS5 platform.
Issues that may block stylists during quest progression, such as abnormal black screens that may occur during cutscene playback in the new exclusive quests.
Performance and experience issues in multiplayer gameplay.
Interaction and sharing experience issues in the DIY Workshop and Color Lookbook.
Ongoing optimization of the performance and visual effects of the outfits [Snowy Ballad] and [Crimson Feather].
Abnormal material rendering for the [Bubbly Bath] decoration on specific devices.

It’s unfortunate to see Version 1.5 being released in such an unstable state, and many players are questioning why more rigorous beta testing wasn't done beforehand. Version 1.5 finally brought Infinity Nikki to Steam and the Epic Games Store, giving PC players access to the 24 achievements that were already available for the PlayStation version of the popular game.

Apart from releasing on more digital platforms, Version 1.5 also brought some new features to the table, such as co-op multiplayer and the Dye System to Infinity Nikki’s DIY Workshop. The new system, when working properly, allows players to customize the colors of their outfits, with six colors available from the start and a few more unlockable ones. After the upcoming patches, it’s likely that Version 1.5 will be a nice improvement for fans, as it increases the reach of the game and introduces several interesting features.

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