Recent leaks suggest that Infinity Nikki players are in for a treat with the upcoming Version 1.8 update, which promises to deliver content far beyond initial expectations. The new expansion will reportedly introduce a zone larger than the Firework Isles, marking a significant step forward for the game's open-world experience.

While Infinity Nikki faced considerable backlash after the problematic Version 1.5 release, developer Infold has been steadily working to regain player trust through subsequent updates. Though some fans feel these improvements have been too gradual, the positive reception of Version 1.7 demonstrated that the team is moving in the right direction.

The community particularly appreciated Version 1.7's darker narrative tone and mature themes, which harkened back to the franchise's storytelling roots. While it didn't fix all the issues introduced in Version 1.5, the emotional journey of characters Sith and Alesiya successfully reignited player enthusiasm.

According to reliable leaker kkr_ro, Version 1.8 will feature not just double 5-Star banners, but also introduce a brand new island showcasing the Linlang Empire. This expansion is expected to contain up to 80 Whimstars to collect - significantly more than the Firework Isles' 56, indicating a substantially larger play area.

The update will maintain the dye system using premium currency, but return to 10-piece banner sets rather than the controversial 11-piece format. Early rumors suggest one 5-Star outfit will feature a fox theme, while another boasts an elegant white dragon design.