Cookie Run: Kingdom has just announced its latest update, version 5.6, dubbed 'Dark Resolution’s Glorious Return'. This update brings a mix of exciting new content and some controversial changes to the game. Let's delve into what's new and what's causing a stir among the community.

Cookie Run: Kingdom Version 5.6 Update – The Good

The update introduces several new elements to the game, starting with the much-anticipated Ancient+ Cookie, Dragon Lord Dark Cacao Cookie. This Charge-type Cookie takes the front line with his powerful Awakened King skill, wielding the Chocoblade to inflict fatal wounds and apply a CRIT Resist debuff on enemies. Additionally, his synergy with the Twin Dragons unleashes a devastating strike, making him a formidable force on the battlefield.

Players can try their luck at the new Nether-Gacha: Light of True Resolution, which offers an increased chance of pulling Dragon Lord Dark Cacao Cookie. Every 250 pulls guarantees his acquisition, and even if you don't reach that milestone, you'll still receive valuable 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. As a Support-type positioned at the rear, Peach Blossom Cookie uses her Heavenly Fruit skill to heal the team and distribute Peach Bao fruits, which enhance DMG Resist and Debuff Resist for allies, making her an invaluable asset to any team.

The update also expands the World Exploration with a new episode, 'Dark Resolution’s Glorious Return,' continuing the saga of Dark Cacao Cookie. Players can look forward to challenging battle stages featuring the Yin and Yang effect, adding depth to the game's narrative and gameplay.

The Bad… And The Ugly

However, not everything about the update is being met with enthusiasm. The introduction of the new Ancient+ rarity has stirred controversy within the community. With a max promotion level of 6-star and progression through ★2/★4/★6, this new rarity adds to an already extensive list of ten rarities in the game, making it the 11th. This move has been criticized for further complicating the game's progression system and potentially making it harder for new players to keep up.

The backlash was swift and strong, particularly from the Korean Cookie Run community and whale guilds, who threatened to boycott the game if the developers did not reconsider this change. The community's response prompted the developers to listen, leading to the decision to postpone the update from its initial release date of June 20th. The developers are now reevaluating the new rarity system to address the community's concerns. You can follow the latest developments through the official tweet and stay tuned for further updates.

What are your thoughts on these developments? We'd love to hear your opinions in the comments below. And while you wait for more news on Cookie Run: Kingdom, don't miss out on other exciting updates, such as the upcoming 'Perils In Paradise' tropical update set to launch in Hearthstone in July.