Love and Deepspace Cancels Valko and Confirms Future Plans for Five Love Interests
Love and Deepspace has canceled the launch and further development of Valko, while confirming it won't add any new love interests to future content. The development team announced the change in a new letter to players after closely reviewing community feedback following the Version 6.0 announcement.
The statement also outlines what will happen to the rest of Version 6.0. Features such as Home 2.0, AR Photobooth, and the limited-time Selectable 5-Star Memory Rate-Up Event will continue as scheduled. Players will also receive several previously planned rewards for free through in-game mail.
Most importantly, the team confirmed that future development will now focus on the five existing love interests. The announcement also gives specific windows for upcoming character content, including Rafayel’s new Solar-Slot Memories and Companion in July, Caleb’s Main Story branch in September, and Sylus’s Main Story branch in November.
Love and Deepspace Cancels Valko’s Development
Valko will not be released, and his further development has been canceled. The development team said it moved ahead with introducing the new love interest before it was ready and acknowledged that the decision disappointed players.
The team also made a broader commitment about the game’s future: no additional love interests will be introduced in future content plans.
This means the change affects more than Valko’s individual release. The developers have decided to keep the game’s future character lineup focused on its existing five love interests.
What Changed After the Valko Announcement?
The developers said they monitored player discussions and feedback across platforms. After reviewing the situation internally, they decided to reverse course on Valko rather than continue developing him.
The announcement does not provide a future release date for Valko because the character has been removed from the development plan altogether.
| Content Decision | Previous Plan | New Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Valko | Planned as a new love interest | Launch and further development cancelled |
| Future New Love Interests | Potential future content | No additional love interests will be introduced |
| Existing Love Interests | Continued alongside new content | Main focus of future development |
| Main Story | Ongoing | Stable production and updates remain a priority |
| Version 6.0 Systems | Planned | Continue as scheduled |
The developers described the decision as part of a broader effort to respond to player concerns and refocus on the game’s existing character stories.
Version 6.0 Features Will Still Continue
Canceling Valko does not mean all Version 6.0 content has been canceled. The development team confirmed that several systems and events originally scheduled for the update will still move forward.
This includes Home 2.0, which expands the game’s home-related features, and the AR Photobooth. The Selectable 5-Star Memory Rate-Up Event will also proceed as planned.
The team therefore separated Valko’s canceled content from the other Version 6.0 features that were already planned.
Version 6.0 Content That Remains
Players can expect the following content and rewards to remain part of the Version 6.0 plans:
| Version 6.0 Content | Status | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| Home 2.0 | Proceeding | Originally scheduled Version 6.0 feature |
| AR Photobooth | Proceeding | Originally scheduled Version 6.0 feature |
| Selectable 5-Star Memory Rate-Up Event | Proceeding | Limited-time event |
| Hunt in Linkon Rewards | Changed | Selected rewards will be distributed to all players |
| Nighthush Box | Free Distribution | Second-anniversary 4-Star Memory Selection Crate |
| Outfits | Free Distribution | Originally planned as Hunt in Linkon rewards |
| Photo Poses and Scenes | Free Distribution | Originally planned as Hunt in Linkon rewards |
Instead of requiring players to earn the previously planned Hunt in Linkon rewards through the event, the developers will distribute them to everyone through in-game mail after the version update.
The reward package includes outfits, photo poses and scenes, and the Nighthush Box, giving all players access to content originally tied to the event.
Five Existing Love Interests Become the Development Focus
The development team will now concentrate on the five existing love interests and their long-term stories. The letter links this approach to maintaining a stable production schedule for the Main Story.
The announcement also gives players a clearer look at several upcoming character-related releases.
Rafayel Content Is Planned for July
Rafayel’s new Solar-Slot Memories and Companion will be revealed in July. The announcement does not include the exact reveal date or individual Memory names.
This makes July the key period to watch for additional Rafayel information. Further official announcements are expected to provide the specific details surrounding the Memories and Companion content.
Caleb Returns in September
Farspace Colonel Caleb is scheduled to return through a Main Story branch in September. The development team also confirmed that players can obtain the corresponding 5-Star Main Story Branch Memory for free by participating in the relevant event.
The announcement does not specify the exact September date, so treat the month as the confirmed timeframe rather than a precise release date.
Sylus Returns in November
Onychinus Leader Sylus is scheduled to return through his Main Story branch in November. Like Caleb’s upcoming branch, the corresponding 5-Star Main Story Branch Memory will be obtainable for free through participation in the relevant event.
The letter does not state an exact November release date.
Future Character Content at a Glance
The upcoming plans can be separated by character and content type:
| Love Interest | Upcoming Content | Planned Timing | Memory / Reward Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafayel | New Solar-Slot Memories and Companion | July | Specific details to be revealed |
| Caleb | Main Story Branch | September | Corresponding 5-Star Main Story Branch Memory available for free through the relevant event |
| Sylus | Main Story Branch | November | Corresponding 5-Star Main Story Branch Memory available for free through the relevant event |
| Other Existing Love Interests | Continued stories and companionship content | Future updates | Part of the long-term development focus |
| Valko | No further content | Cancelled | No launch or future development |
The announcement does not provide equivalent release months for every existing love interest. Players should therefore avoid treating the table as a complete yearly roadmap.
Players Will Receive 30 Deepspace Wishes
Players can receive 30 Deepspace Wishes by logging in once per day for 30 days. Starting from the date of the announcement, one Deepspace Wish will be delivered through in-game mail each day.
Each mail remains available to claim for three days, so players don't necessarily need to collect the reward the same day it arrives. However, the overall reward campaign runs for 30 days.
How the 30-Wish Compensation Works
The developers described these Wishes as compensation for the disruption and disappointment caused by the recent changes.
The reward structure is:
1 Deepspace Wish per day
30 total Deepspace Wishes
Delivered through in-game mail
Each mail remains claimable for 3 days
The distribution begins immediately with the announcement
The full campaign lasts 30 days
Players should check their mailbox regularly rather than assuming all 30 Wishes will arrive as a single reward.
Why the Development Team Changed Its Plans
The developers said player feedback and their own assessment of the Valko rollout prompted the change. They acknowledged that the introduction happened before the team was ready and that this affected the experience for both existing players and those who had been anticipating the new character.
The statement also framed the decision around Love and Deepspace's original purpose: creating a long-term world built around companionship and its characters' stories.
Rather than continue with Valko while addressing these concerns separately, the team decided to remove the new love interest entirely and redirect development resources toward the five existing characters.
For fans tracking official game developments, this makes the latest announcement particularly significant. It changes the previously stated direction for the character lineup while also giving more concrete information about upcoming Caleb, Sylus, and Rafayel content.
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What Players Should Expect Next
The immediate focus is on Version 6.0 content and the continued development of the existing five love interests. Players can expect the previously confirmed systems to continue while character-focused story content follows the newly announced schedule.
The next major points to watch are Rafayel’s July reveal, Caleb’s September Main Story branch, and Sylus’s November Main Story branch.
The development team has not provided exact dates for all of these releases. As a result, players should wait for individual official announcements before assuming specific banner dates, event periods, Memory names, or additional rewards.
The 30-day Deepspace Wish distribution also gives players an immediate in-game reward following the announcement. Since each mail remains available for three days, checking the mailbox regularly is important.
Summary
Love and Deepspace has canceled Valko and will no longer introduce additional love interests under the new long-term content plan. The game’s future development will instead focus on its five existing love interests.
The key changes are:
Valko’s launch and further development have been canceled.
No additional new love interests will be introduced in future content plans.
Home 2.0 and AR Photobooth will continue as planned for Version 6.0.
The Selectable 5-Star Memory Rate-Up Event will also proceed.
Outfits, photo poses and scenes, and the Nighthush Box will be sent to all players for free after the version update.
Rafayel’s new Solar-Slot Memories and Companion will be revealed in July.
Caleb’s Main Story branch is planned for September.
Sylus’s Main Story branch is planned for November.
Caleb and Sylus’s corresponding 5-Star Main Story Branch Memories can be obtained for free through their relevant events.
Players can receive 30 Deepspace Wishes through daily login mail over 30 days.
Each Deepspace Wish mail remains claimable for three days.
FAQs
1. Is Valko still coming to Love and Deepspace?
No. The development team has canceled both Valko’s launch and any further development of the new love interest. The team also said it won't introduce any additional love interests in future content plans.
2. What will happen to Version 6.0 after Valko was canceled?
The cancellation applies to Valko, not the entire Version 6.0 update. Home 2.0, AR Photobooth, and the limited-time Selectable 5-Star Memory Rate-Up Event will continue as planned.
3. When are Caleb and Sylus returning?
Caleb’s Main Story branch is planned for September 2026, while Sylus’s Main Story branch is planned for November 2026. Their corresponding 5-Star Main Story Branch Memories will be available for free through the relevant events.
4. How many free Deepspace Wishes can players receive?
Players can receive 30 Deepspace Wishes in total. One Wish is sent through in-game mail each day for 30 days, and each mail can be claimed for three days.
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