NIKKE Global Players Frustrated As CN Server Seemingly Gets Better Treatment

NIKKE Global Players Boycott Over CN Server Differences

Global Players Frustrated

Players of GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE on the global server are voicing their frustrations over the noticeable differences between their version and the Chinese (CN) server, which launched on May 22. The CN version boasts significant updates that the global community has been requesting for over two years, including reduced loading times, auto-progress in Tribe Towers, enhanced character buffs, and improved in-game shops.

One of the key points of contention is the quality of Regular and Manufacturer Molds. On the global server, the chances of obtaining an SSR character from high-quality Molds are around 60%, with 40% for an SR, while Manufacturer Molds offer a 50% chance for an SSR, 30% for an SR, and 20% for an R. In contrast, the CN server provides a more favorable system with a pity mechanism that guarantees an SSR after accumulating 50 pity shards. Additionally, reports suggest that Manufacturer Molds in the CN version exclude R characters, thus increasing the likelihood of receiving SSRs or SRs.

Community Backlash

The global community's frustration is palpable across social media platforms. On Reddit, users like Glittering_Novel_783 have expressed disappointment, questioning why SHIFT UP, the game's developer, hasn't implemented the same improvements seen on the CN server for the global version. Comparisons to other games that prioritize their CN servers due to the lucrative market have fueled further discontent.

On NIKKE's official Discord, the feedback channel has been inundated with complaints. Threads expressing anger and dissatisfaction have garnered significant attention, with some reaching hundreds to thousands of upvotes and comments. A prominent thread focuses on the desire for global players to receive the same benefits as their CN counterparts, including exclusive skins like the new Private skin showcased in the CN version.

SHIFT UP’s Response to the Backlash

In their May 2025 Developer’s Note, SHIFT UP addressed the significant differences between the versions, explaining that the CN server will have its own separate build due to the 2.5-year gap and unique elements. They acknowledged the fans' frustration and stated that both versions would evolve differently under their respective conditions, suggesting that these differences could "enrich one another." SHIFT UP reiterated their commitment to supporting the global version and promised continued efforts to strengthen both iterations of the game.

Player Response to the Developer’s Notes

Despite SHIFT UP's attempts to clarify the situation, the global community remains unsatisfied. Subreddits such as r/NikkeMobile and r/gachagaming have responded with mockery and sarcasm, creating memes and satirical content to criticize SHIFT UP's stance. User satufa2, for example, created a meme that humorously depicted SHIFT UP's claim of the versions "enriching one another."

In protest, players are organizing a "spending freeze," a common tactic in gacha games to influence developers by impacting their revenue. The community is urging others to review bomb the game and halt in-game purchases until SHIFT UP addresses their concerns and implements the desired updates for the global version. As tensions continue, the global player base remains vocal on platforms like Reddit and Discord, awaiting further action from SHIFT UP.