Global players of GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE are voicing dissatisfaction over disparities between the international version and China's CN server. Discover why fans criticize SHIFT UP's handling of the situation and what future updates may bring.
Global NIKKE Players Protest CN Server Favoritism
Growing Player Dissatisfaction
International NIKKE players expressed discontent after the CN server launch on May 22 revealed significant advantages missing from global versions. Players observed the Chinese release incorporated numerous requested improvements that global users awaited for years.
A May 22 Reddit post by Glittering_Novel_783 highlighted CN server enhancements like faster loading speeds, Tower auto-progression, character buffs, and improved shop mechanics - features global players had demanded since launch.
The post specifically addressed superior Mold mechanics in CN servers. While global versions offer 60% SSR odds for standard Molds and 50% for Manufacturer variants, CN servers implemented a pity system guaranteeing SSRs after 50 pulls - an assurance absent internationally. Reports also suggest CN Manufacturer Molds exclude lower-tier R characters entirely.
Community Outcry Intensifies
Reddit communities erupted over perceived regional bias, with many accusing SHIFT UP of deprioritizing global players despite CN servers replicating features from global suggestions. Users noted parallels with other gacha games favoring Chinese markets.
NIKKE's official Discord became flooded with complaints, with feedback threads accumulating thousands of upvotes and comments. The top discussion demanded equal treatment for global players, highlighted by exclusive CN skins unavailable internationally.
Developer Explanation Falls Short
SHIFT UP's May 2025 Developer Notes cited "2.5 years of development differences" justifying separate CN builds that prevent spoilers while incorporating "unique complementary elements." The studio acknowledged player frustrations but maintained both versions would develop differently.
The statement reaffirmed commitment to global support while emphasizing regional versions would "enrich one another through their differences" - phrasing that became ammunition for player mockery.
Community Backlash Continues
Subreddits like r/NikkeMobile ridiculed SHIFT UP's response, spawning memes comparing the "enrichment" claim to clown imagery. Calls emerged for review bombing and spending boycotts - common gacha protest tactics targeting developer revenue.
As tensions persist, Discord and Reddit remain flooded with complaints. Whether SHIFT UP will adjust its regional strategy remains uncertain, though player demands for parity continue growing louder.
