Nikke: The Goddess of Victory fanbase is currently divided because of the upcoming NieR:Automata collab. Learn more about the issue, what caused a rift in the fanbase, and information about the event collab.
Controversial Event Character Reveal
Pascal Gets Backlash From Nikke Fanbase
Collaborations between different franchises are usually met with excitement and anticipation. However, the recent announcement of a collaboration event between Nikke: The Goddess of Victory and NieR:Automata has stirred up quite a controversy within the gaming community.
The cause of the dispute revolves around including Pascal, a male
robot character from NieR:Automata, as an SR (Super Rare) character in the collaborative event. What seems like a simple crossover event has become a hot topic of debate among players and fans.
The crux of the issue lies in a promise made by the developer of Nikke: The Goddess of Victory, Shift Up. They had assured players before that the game would have no male Nikkes
as playable characters. However, with Pascal's inclusion, Shift Up seems to be backtracking on their previous statement.
Fanbase Divided Over Pascal's Nikke Qualification
This apparent contradiction has divided the player base. Some argue that this could set a precedent for future unfulfilled promises, eroding trust in the developer. On the other hand, some players contend that Pascal doesn't qualify as a Nikke
and, therefore, doesn't technically violate the developer's promise.
The controversy has gained significant attention, even spilling over into several online communities, like 4chan's general gacha channels and various gacha subreddits, where users were not shy about poking fun at the situation.
Social media platforms, Facebook and Twitter, have also witnessed heated arguments regarding Pascal's gender. Some players assert that machines, like Pascal, don't have a defined biological sex and can only be categorized as masculine or feminine. They question whether Pascal's gender should even be a point of contention in a game world that doesn't adhere to real-world norms. Some thought that if ShiftUp were willing to bring in some male characters, they could have brought in 9S as well, an opinion that was also met with opposition.
Despite the controversy, some fans have lightened the mood by asking whether Pascal will showcase any unique battle animations, especially in a game primarily known for its waifu
characters.
NieR:Automata Collaboration Will Happen As Planned
Regardless of the polarizing feedback and backlash, the collaboration between Nikke: The Goddess of Victory and NieR:Automata is set to proceed as planned. The event will feature new costumes, events, and commodities like Costume Gacha, YorHa, and September Mission Pass. Players can look forward to engaging with iconic characters like A2, 2B, and Pascal when the event launches on September 1, 2023.
Sources:
Nikke: The Goddess of Victory NieR:Automata Collaboration Details
Nikke: The Goddess of Victory NieR:Automata Collaboration Subreddit Post
Nikke: The Goddess of Victory Facebook Global Community
Nikke: The Goddess of Victory Twitter Post
