Time for Cyber-Annihilation, it seems | Love and Deepspace

Revenue and Boycott

The presenter says Love and Deepspace’s October revenue was reported at $15.1 million, but questions how reliable that figure is. Sensor Tower’s estimate appears to apply a multiplier to iOS data to account for China’s fragmented Android market. The presenter doubts that the usual multiplier is dependable during the boycott and considers the month’s earnings poor, given what they estimate to be more than $100 million in losses.

Community and Engagement

The presenter connects the boycott to declining engagement and reputational damage. They claim the game’s subscriber count has fallen from nearly one million to about 875,000, with further losses after updates, and say that creators and other community members are leaving.

They argue that a committed community is essential to a game’s long-term health and that the company’s silence is worsening the situation.

Content Pipeline

The presenter suggests that production will not simply run out six months after Valko’s cancellation. They say much of the work continues in-house, while regulatory approvals are a major factor in release timing. For major titles, they estimate that approvals can shorten the pipeline from around a year to roughly six months.

Upcoming Banner and New York City Pop-Up

The presenter criticizes an upcoming cyberpunk-themed multi-banner reportedly scheduled for the 6th. They argue that Valko was meant to be part of it and that the company could have changed the schedule. They describe the accompanying events as an effort to maintain player retention.

For fans attending a New York City pop-up, the presenter encourages peaceful displays of support for Valko—such as bringing a standee, taking photos, or singing—and advises them to avoid confrontations.

Closing Remarks

The video closes with fan-made cyberpunk art of Valko. The presenter says he should have appeared in the banner, with his story and memories included. They also refer to criticism of the company’s reputation elsewhere but provide little detail.

Presenter and Contributors

One unnamed presenter identifies the series as “Valco Saga.” No other contributors are identified.