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Love and Deepspace Launches Blade Runner Crossover as Fans Draw Parallels to Cancelled Character Valko
The mobile otome game Love and Deepspace has launched a crossover event with Blade Runner 2049. Players have noted similarities between a storyline featuring the AI companion Joi and the previously cancelled character Valko.
Love and Deepspace Launches Blade Runner Crossover as Fans Draw Parallels to Canceled Character Valko
The otome game Love and Deepspace has launched a crossover event with Blade Runner 2049. Players have noted similarities between a storyline featuring the AI companion Joi and the previously canceled character Valko.
Developer gets a little too silly, recommends deadly psychoactive ingredient in its bad boy-themed cocktail
The dating gacha game Love and Deepspace, developed by Infold, has drawn criticism for suggesting potentially deadly psychoactive ingredients like datura and fire lily in its themed cocktail recipes. The developer later issued a safety notice stating the drinks were fictional and not for real-world recreation, after community backlash.
Love And Deepspace Devs Have One Simple Request: Please Don’t Drink The Poison
The developers of the gacha game Love and Deepspace, Papergames, posted fictional cocktail recipes online inspired by in-game slimes. These recipes included toxic ingredients like Datura and colchicine, prompting warnings from the community and a follow-up statement from the developer clarifying they were for in-game purposes only and should not be recreated.
Love and Deepspace Devs Issue Warning to Players After Deadly Drink Recipes Go Viral
The developers of the RPG-dating sim Love and Deepspace have issued a warning to players after fictional cocktail recipes with dangerous real-world consequences went viral online. The warning was posted on the game's official social media account.
Love and Deepspace Unveils New 5-Star Interactive Memory Series [A Night That Never Ends]
Love and Deepspace is launching a new 5-Star Interactive Memory Series titled "A Night That Never Ends" on September 22nd. This event introduces five distinct sensual themes with new characters and rewards, including exclusive outfits and wish items. The event will run until October 10th and features various in-game mechanics like a "Banquet Blessing" cumulative wish event and a "Moonlit Reserve" brand-building activity.
Love and Deepspace fans beware, a Sylus Nendoroid figure is on the way
Good Smile Company is releasing a Nendoroid figure of Sylus from the game Love and Deepspace. The figure, featuring Sylus with accessories like his crow Mephisto, is available for pre-order with an estimated shipping date in mid-2027. It is also expected to be available through retailers like Entertainment Earth and Forbidden Planet.
I'm boycotting Love and Deepspace for killing my virtual boyfriend, and so are 251,000 other loyal widows
Thousands of players are boycotting the romance simulation game Love and Deepspace after developer Infold Games canceled the release of a character named Valko due to controversy. The developer has reportedly ignored community pleas to restore the character, leading to significant player dissatisfaction and a reported drop in revenue and downloads. The author criticizes Infold Games for succumbing to pressure and failing to represent the diverse desires of its female player base.
The Best Otome Games To Play That Aren’t Love And Deepspace
This guide highlights several otome games available on PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile platforms that offer alternatives to Love and Deepspace. It features a variety of titles, from real-time texting simulations like Mystic Messenger to darker, mystery-infused narratives such as Collar X Malice and Even If Tempest, as well as visually distinct games like Jack Jeanne.
Love And Deepspace’s Biggest Controversy Is Now Hitting Its Wallet
Love and Deepspace experienced a significant revenue drop of 73% in July, falling to $10.3 million, largely due to the controversy and subsequent cancellation of the character Valko. This financial downturn contrasts with the continued success of other gacha games like Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail. The controversy also led to Papergames withdrawing from BilliBilli World 2026 and drew scrutiny from the Chinese government regarding content deemed problematic.
The Sunday Papers
This article discusses various disparate topics within the gaming world, including a car sponsored by the game Umamusume Pretty Derby in Japan's Super GT racing series, controversy surrounding the character Valko in Love and Deepspace, and reflections on game design elements like doors and ladders. It also touches upon the film The Odyssey and a fictional narrative involving a delivery driver.
I’m Breaking Up With Love And Deepspace
The author expresses disappointment with Infold and Papergames following controversies surrounding the game Love and Deepspace, including an incident where a journalist was asked to avoid showcasing male characters and the subsequent cancellation of a planned love interest named Valko. These events, coupled with player backlash and accusations of historical insensitivity, led the author to delete the game, citing a loss of trust in the developers' decisions and artistic vision.
Love and Deepspace Fans Continue Calls for Valko's Return After Update Excludes Him
Fans of the romance game Love and Deepspace are continuing to call for the return of the character Valko, who was excluded from the latest update. The game's developer has not yet indicated if they will reinstate the character.
Love And Deepspace Drama Continues As Chinese Government Indicates New Love Interest Is Gone For Good
The controversy surrounding the dating-sim Love and Deepspace continues as developer Papergames cancels its appearance at BilliBilli World 2026 following the removal of the character Valko. The Chinese government has also weighed in, criticizing the game's content for potentially promoting illegal acts and endangering public safety. This intervention makes the return of Valko highly unlikely and could lead to further scrutiny of the game's existing storylines.
Love and Deepspace Valko Controversy Explained – Geeky Sweetie
The mobile romance game Love and Deepspace faced significant backlash after revealing a new love interest, Valko, who was subsequently canceled by developers Infold/Papergames. This controversy escalated beyond the game's fandom due to player concerns about character design, story integration, and company communication, leading to global protests and discussions about the future of content in live-service games.
Love and Deepspace Fans Pay Tribute to Canceled Character Valko at Anime Expo
Fans of the game Love and Deepspace created a tribute to the character Valko at Anime Expo. The display quickly accumulated notes and gifts from players, showing community appreciation for the character.
Love and Deepspace Fans Tearfully Hold 'Funeral' for Valko at Infold HQ After Company Suddenly Drops Character
Fans of the game Love and Deepspace held a 'funeral' for the character Valko after developer Infold unexpectedly removed him from the game just days before his planned debut. The decision has caused significant distress among the player base.
This Week In Games Was Bad, But Next Week May Be Worse
The gaming industry experienced a particularly bleak week with multiple significant layoffs, studio closures, and price increases. Microsoft's Xbox division saw widespread job cuts, while Sony announced plans to end physical disc production for PlayStation games by 2028. These events, coupled with delays and the ongoing impact of AI discussions, paint a grim picture for the industry's immediate future.
Love And Deepspace Cancels Its New Love Interest After Fan Backlash
Developer Papergames has canceled the debut of a new love interest named Valko in its mobile dating sim, Love and Deepspace, following significant fan backlash. The company cited that they were not ready to introduce the character and will instead focus on the existing five love interests. The decision came after players expressed dissatisfaction with new content development and perceived catering to 'whales' who spend heavily on microtransactions.
I can't remember the last time a game canceled a character because fans hated them so much, but Love and Deepspace…
Infold Games has canceled the planned July 9 launch of a new character, Valko, for its dating RPG Love and Deepspace due to fan controversy. The developer cited player feedback and concerns regarding the character's presentation, including a tagline that some players linked to a real-life murder case. This decision also means no new love interests will be added to the game in the future.
