Blue Archive Players Lose Rewards After Steam Rule Violation
▼ Summary
– Nexon terminated a Blue Archive Steam event that incentivized players to leave reviews, violating Steam policies, and no rewards will be distributed.
– Nexon acknowledged the event’s conflict with platform policies in a statement and promised greater care in future event planning.
– Blue Archive’s Steam release peaked at over 22,000 concurrent players and has over 10,000 reviews, maintaining a “very positive” rating.
– Blue Archive is collaborating with World of Warships, adding anime-themed ships, camouflages, and voice-acted captains.
– The creators of Umamusume: Pretty Derby shared tips for attending real-life horse racing events, unrelated to Blue Archive.
Blue Archive players on Steam won’t receive promised rewards after Nexon canceled an event that violated platform policies. The developer terminated a controversial promotion that encouraged users to leave reviews in exchange for in-game bonuses, directly conflicting with Steam’s guidelines.
Nexon addressed the situation in an official announcement, explaining their decision to shut down the event early. “We initially designed this campaign to gather player feedback and improve the service,” the statement reads. “However, we recognized potential conflicts with Steam’s policies and chose to cancel it to remain compliant.” The company confirmed no rewards would be distributed and emphasized stricter adherence to platform rules for future events.
Despite the controversy, Blue Archive continues to perform well on Steam, surpassing 22,000 concurrent players shortly after launch. The game has accumulated over 10,000 reviews and maintains a “very positive” rating, proving its popularity even without incentivized feedback.
In other news, Blue Archive is expanding its reach with a crossover event in World of Warships, introducing themed ships, custom designs, and character voiceovers. Meanwhile, fans of anime-style games might find interest in Umamusume: Pretty Derby, which recently shared real-world horse racing tips for players. The title has been gaining traction on Steam, showcasing the growing appeal of anime-inspired gaming experiences.
While the revoked rewards may disappoint some players, Nexon’s swift action highlights their commitment to following platform guidelines. The game’s strong performance suggests this setback won’t significantly impact its growing community.
(Source: GAMESPOT)
