Cookie Run: Kingdom has just announced their latest update, version 5.6, titled ‘Dark Resolution’s Glorious Return’. This update, following version 5.5, promises a wealth of new content including new Cookies, episodes, limited-time events, toppings, treasures, and more. Let’s dive into the highlights and some of the concerns surrounding this update.
Cookie Run: Kingdom Version 5.6 Update – The Good
Leading the charge in the new Cookies lineup is the Ancient+ Cookie, Dragon Lord Dark Cacao Cookie. This Charge type Cookie holds a front-line position and wields the formidable Awakened King skill. With his Chocoblade, he inflicts significant damage, causing fatal wounds and applying a CRIT Resist debuff to enemies. Additionally, teaming up with the Twin Dragons, he unleashes a powerful strike that can turn the tide of battle.
To help players get their hands on Dragon Lord Dark Cacao Cookie, the update introduces the Nether-Gacha: Light of True Resolution. This special gacha increases the chances of pulling this coveted Cookie, guaranteeing an encounter every 250 pulls. Even if you don’t reach that milestone, you’ll receive additional rewards like Light of True Resolution items or Dragon Lord Dark Cacao Cookie’s Soulstones.
Another exciting addition is the Epic Cookie, Peach Blossom Cookie. A Support type positioned at the rear, Peach Blossom Cookie uses the Heavenly Fruit skill to heal the team. Furthermore, it drops Peach Bao fruits, enhancing DMG Resist and Debuff Resist for allies, making it a valuable asset to any team composition.
The update also brings a new episode to World Exploration, continuing the saga of the long-suffering hero, Dark Cacao Cookie, in ‘Dark Resolution’s Glorious Return.’ Players can look forward to engaging battle stages featuring the unique Yin and Yang effect, adding depth and strategy to the gameplay.
The Bad… And The Ugly
However, not everything about the Cookie Run: Kingdom version 5.6 update is being celebrated. A new rarity tier, Ancient+, has been introduced, which allows for a maximum promotion level of 6-star for these rare cookies. This progression occurs through stages ★2/★4/★6, with improved designs and new character lines at each level. The addition of Ancient+ as the 11th rarity tier has stirred controversy within the community.
With the game already featuring ten rarity tiers, the introduction of yet another has been met with significant backlash. Players, particularly those new to the game, are frustrated by the decision to introduce higher rarity cookies as new entities rather than enhancing existing characters. This move has been perceived as a strategy to encourage more spending, leading to widespread discontent.
The situation escalated when the Korean Cookie Run community and whale guilds threatened to boycott the game if the developers did not reconsider the new rarity system. In response, the developers have listened to the community's feedback and decided to postpone the update, originally scheduled for June 20th, to re-evaluate the proposed changes. You can stay updated on this development through the game's official communications.
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