Nikke Global Fans Decry China Server Bias

Global players of GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE are voicing strong dissatisfaction with disparities between the global version and the Chinese (CN) server. Discover the community’s perspective on developer SHIFT UP’s handling of the situation and details on upcoming updates.

NIKKE Global Community Organizes Boycott Over CN Server Disparities

Growing Frustration Among Global Players

Players of GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE worldwide have expressed dismay over differences with the Chinese server. Following the CN server’s launch on May 22, players quickly noticed it features numerous substantial improvements absent in the global release.

A May 22 Reddit post by user Glittering_Novel_783 highlighted that the CN version incorporates all the quality-of-life updates global players have requested for two years. These enhancements include faster loading times, auto-progress in Tribe Towers, character balancing improvements, upgraded in-game shops, and more.

Among the noticeable differences are improved Regular and Manufacturer Molds in the CN server. Molds are items used to obtain new characters. On the global server, High-quality Molds offer approximately a 60% chance for SSR characters and 40% for SR characters, while Manufacturer Molds provide 50% for SSR, 30% for SR, and 20% for R characters.

However, the CN server implements a superior Mold system featuring a pity mechanism. This guarantees an SSR character after accumulating 50 pity shards through pulls—a feature missing globally. Additionally, reports suggest Manufacturer Molds on CN servers exclude R characters, thereby increasing the probability of obtaining SSR or SR units.

Community Backlash Intensifies

Reddit community members expressed disappointment, feeling the global version is being neglected. Many questioned SHIFT UP’s reasoning for not implementing the same enhancements globally. Some referenced similar regional disparities in other games, suggesting developers often prioritize CN servers due to the region’s substantial market size.

NIKKE’s official Discord feedback channels became flooded with complaints. Multiple threads expressing player anger garnered hundreds to thousands of upvotes and comments.

The most prominent Discord thread demands equal treatment for global servers. One user provided evidence of an exclusive Private skin release in China, sparking widespread demand for its global availability. This discussion continues to gain momentum hourly, with community dissatisfaction remaining high.

SHIFT UP Addresses Community Concerns

According to SHIFT UP’s May 2025 Developer’s Note, the CN version will maintain a separate build due to significant differences from the global release. The statement explained, “The 2.5-year gap and separate builds create potential story spoilers but also enable unique complementary elements.”

SHIFT UP acknowledged community frustration regarding version disparities, clarifying that both editions “will evolve independently under different conditions” and “their distinct features will mutually enrich each other.”

The developer reaffirmed commitment to both versions, stating, “We remain dedicated to fully supporting the global version while strengthening both editions simultaneously.”

Player Reactions to Developer Communications

Despite SHIFT UP’s explanatory efforts, community outrage persists. Subreddits including r/NikkeMobile and r/gachagaming criticized the response as dismissive, interpreting it as placation tactics.

Memes and satirical posts mocking SHIFT UP’s “mutual enrichment” statement proliferated online. User satufa2 created a viral meme depicting someone gradually transforming into a clown, symbolizing player sentiment. Some community members initiated review bombing campaigns to draw developer attention to their concerns.

Players are organizing spending boycotts until SHIFT UP addresses their concerns and implements global parity. This “spending freeze” strategy commonly impacts gacha game publishers by directly affecting revenue streams.

Currently, community demands continue flooding Subreddits and Discord channels. Whether SHIFT UP will issue further statements or maintain regional differentiation remains uncertain.