April Fools Shenanigans Return to Goddess of Victory: Nikke
April showers bring... prank showers? That's right folks, it's that time of year again when Goddess of Victory: Nikke rolls out its signature April Fools celebration. This year's event brings back familiar faces while introducing some mechanical mayhem to the mix.
Old Favorites and New Surprises
The dev team has dusted off fan-favorite characters Shifty and Syuen for another round of seasonal antics. But the real showstopper this year is the debut of Mecha Shifty - an absurdly over-armored version of the original character that looks like she raided a military surplus store. You'll get to field this walking arsenal in special limited-time missions.
Wait... Is That a Movie Trailer?
Now here's where things get... interesting. Alongside the usual event hijinks, the developers dropped what appears to be a full-fledged movie trailer promising theatrical releases in Los Angeles and New York. Are we being punk'd? Probably. But considering Nikke's track record of going all out for their April Fools content, who knows? That "film" might actually exist as some sort of elaborate in-game video.
Okay, real talk: That movie's almost certainly not real. Not like... actual real. But you've got to admire the production values nonetheless. Nikke's April Fools events always show serious commitment to the bit, whether it's this year's "blockbuster" trailer or previous joke content.
While we wait to see if that theatrical release materializes (spoiler: it won't), why not dive into the event yourself? And if you're just starting out or need a refresher, our Nikke tier list and beginner's guide might come in handy when you're not busy enjoying the seasonal shenanigans.
Update: The movie was in fact completely fake. You don't say!
