Love and Deepspace Version 6.0 Update Guide: Content Still Coming After Valko’s Cancellation

1. What happened: Valko cancellation explained

On June 30, 2026, Papergames made an unprecedented decision, to permanently cancel Valko's release, the game's sixth love interest, right in 9 days before his scheduled debut the Version 6.0 "A Shattered Quiet" update launching on July 9. According to GosuGamers' coverage of the incident, the cancellation came after strong player backlash, which further escalated into an in-person protest at Papergames headquarters.

Timeline of events

Date	Event
June 22	Valko was officially revealed, and part of the Chinese player community immediately voiced strong opposition
June 28	The Moonhowl Party livestream showcased Valko's in-game content; negative reactions intensified sharply
June 28 to 29	Protest at Papergames headquarters: curse banners, funeral wreaths, pomelo leaves (used in "purification" rituals), and cow dung placed in the company's delivery lockers
June 30	Papergames announced Valko's permanent cancellation and issued a formal apology
July 9	Version 6.0 "A Shattered Quiet" launches - without Valko

Papergames official statement

The developer admitted they "pushed Valko's release before they were truly ready" and acknowledged, "The joy you were meant to find in Linkon City instead became a source of pain." They promised to listen "more seriously" and guaranteed that there will be no new love interests in the future - Caleb will remain the game's final love interest, and development focus has now fully shifted to the stories and long-term companion experience of the existing characters.

Removed content: Valko (all character art, story content, memories, interactions, and development content), Valko-themed booth content at Anime Expo 2026 (participants who booked Valko still keep their slots, but Valko has been removed), and all free 5-star/4-star memories originally planned for Valko - these may be replaced with content for existing characters.

2. What is still coming in 6.0 - full content list

Although Valko has been removed, Version 6.0 is still one of the biggest content updates of 2026. According to AnimonLife's breakdown of Version 6.0 and official announcements, here is everything that remains:

Content	Status	What you'll get
Main story: "The Tameless Game"	✅ Available at launch	New chapters expand the storylines of Caleb and Sylus; described as "one of the biggest story expansions to date"
Home System 2.0	✅ Available at launch	Kitchen area, brand-new interactive spaces, relationship-building mechanics, 6,000+ free Diamonds from Home activities
AR Photo Booth	✅ Available at launch	Take full-body AR photos with characters in real-world environments, with indoor/outdoor support
Widget update	✅ Available at launch	New "Wolffo Kitty" theme, extra custom layouts, and new illustrations and icons for the home screen
Illusio system expansion	✅ Available at launch	Expanded outfit customization, letting you revisit Kindled Moments in different outfits
Limited-time 5-star rate-up	✅ Available at launch	Selectable 5-star memory rate boost (you can choose the character)
Illusia Locus rerun	✅ Available at launch	4-star memory selector box - choose 1 from the Illusia Locus series
10 Days With You	✅ Available at launch	4-star memories, event currency, Diamonds, upgrade materials
Hunt in Linkon rewards	✅ Now free	Rewards that originally required gameplay to obtain - now sent directly to all players via in-game mail as compensation
Anime Expo 2026 (Los Angeles)	⚠️ Adjusted	The booth will continue without Valko; reservations remain valid

Biggest player takeaway: Just Home System 2.0 alone can provide 6,000+ free Diamonds - roughly equal to 40 Deepspace Wish pulls - just by playing the new Home content. Add the 30 free Deepspace Wishes from the compensation login event, and in total about 70 free pulls can be obtained in Version 6.0 without spending any Diamonds.

3. All free rewards, redemption codes, and compensation

Papergames is offering generous compensation to all players in response to Valko's cancellation. Here is everything you can claim:

Currently available redemption codes (expire on July 23, 2026, 23:59 UTC+8)

Code	Reward
AWOOOOOO	Empyrean Wish ×10
DEEPSPACE6	Diamond ×200 + Stamina ×200 + Gold ×20,000

Compensation and free rewards summary

Reward	Amount	How to claim
30-day login: Deepspace Wishes	30 Wishes (1 per day)	Log in daily starting June 30 - 30-day event
Home System 2.0 Diamonds	6,000+ Diamonds	Play the new Home content and complete Home activities
Redemption codes	10 Wishes + 200 Diamonds + 200 Stamina + 20,000 Gold	Enter the codes AWOOOOOO and DEEPSPACE6
Hunt in Linkon rewards (now free)	Outfits, Nightbrush Box, event currency	Sent via in-game mail - no gameplay required
10 Days With You Event	4-star memories, Diamonds, materials	Complete event missions
Illusia Locus selector box	1× 4-star memory (your choice)	Complete Illusia Locus event missions
Login and event rewards	Outfits, photo poses, avatar backgrounds	Participate in various events

Code expiration time: The two codes (AWOOOOOO and DEEPSPACE6) will expire on July 23, 2026, 23:59 UTC+8. Redeem them immediately - once expired, they cannot be restored.

4. Main story: "The Tameless Game" - what's new

Version 6.0 introduces "The Tameless Game" - described as one of the biggest story expansions in the game's history. Although Valko-related conflict has been removed, the remaining content will advance two major character storylines:

Caleb (Xia Yizhou): Continues to face difficult choices related to Skyhaven and its mysterious journey. His storyline was already one of 6.0's key focuses and remains fully intact.
Sylus (Qin Che): Moves closer to uncovering the truth behind fate and the Interstellar Arena. His storyline will push forward long-standing player questions about the game's broader worldbuilding.

With Valko removed, the narrative scope of this chapter has been adjusted, but Papergames has confirmed that the core main story - the events originally planned to unfold in Linkon City - will continue to progress around the existing five love interests.

5. Home System 2.0 and AR Photo Booth deep dive

Home System 2.0 - the headline feature of 6.0

Home System 2.0 is the biggest single feature in Version 6.0 that remained completely unaffected after Valko's cancellation. From the start, it was designed as a system-level upgrade for all characters, including:

Kitchen area: A highly requested new room where you can interact with your love interest in everyday home scenes - cooking, sharing meals, and chatting.
Expanded interactive spaces: More environments and scenarios beyond the main story and combat, letting you spend quality time with the characters.
Enhanced relationship mechanics: A new system encourages daily interaction in the Home, deepening bonds through everyday time together rather than only major story milestones.
6,000+ free Diamonds: Earned through Home-exclusive events and progression milestones - making this the most rewarding permanent feature in the update.

AR Photo Booth - bring characters into your world

The new AR Photo Booth lets you take full-body photos with your favorite characters in real-world environments - your living room, park, or cafe. Unlike previous photo modes limited to in-game backgrounds, the AR Photo Booth places characters directly into your camera view, creating keepsakes that feel truly personal. It supports both indoor and outdoor environments and works with all existing love interests.

Illusio expansion and widgets

Illusio: Now lets you revisit Kindled Moments in different outfits - effectively giving your existing memories a second life through new visual combinations.
Widget update: A new "Wolffo Kitty" theme and expanded customization options let you personalize your device home screen with character art, memories, and icons.

6. Stock up on Diamonds for 6.0 - top up on Topuplist

With the Valko banner removed, the limited-time 5-star memory rate-up has become the main Diamond sink in Version 6.0 - and the 6,000+ free Diamonds from Home System 2.0 also give every player a strong start. Topuplist can help close the gap between free rewards and your target memories, whether you're pulling for Caleb's new content, Sylus story memories, or the Illusia Locus rerun selector.

Papergames has promised to focus development resources on existing characters - which means future updates will bring deeper content for the five love interests you already care about. Top up Diamonds on Topuplist to make sure you're ready for every limited memory and event without falling behind.

7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: When does Love and Deepspace Version 6.0 launch?

July 9, 2026. This update is titled "A Shattered Quiet" and will launch globally across all servers. Even though Valko has been canceled, the update will still proceed as planned, with all non-Valko content remaining intact.

Q: Why was Valko canceled?

Papergames said they "pushed Valko's release before they were truly ready." The decision came after intense player backlash, including in-person protests at company headquarters. Long-standing dissatisfaction with slow content updates and poor developer communication also contributed to the reaction. Since then, Papergames has promised that there will be no new love interests in the future - Caleb will be the last one.

Q: What content was removed from 6.0 because of Valko?

Valko's character model, story chapters, memories (5-star and 4-star), interactions, and all related content have all been completely removed. Valko-themed booth content at Anime Expo 2026 has also been taken down. The free 5-star and 4-star memories originally planned for Valko may be replaced with content for existing characters - Papergames has not yet confirmed the substitute plan.

Q: What is the biggest remaining feature in 6.0?

Home System 2.0 - including the kitchen area, new interactive spaces, and relationship mechanics - along with 6,000+ free Diamonds from Home activities. This feature was designed from the beginning as a system-level upgrade independent of Valko, and it also offers the most free currency among all new additions in 6.0.

Q: How many free pulls can I get in total in Version 6.0?

About 70 free pulls total: 30 Deepspace Wishes from the compensation login event (1 per day for 30 days), 6,000+ Diamonds in Home System 2.0 equal to about 40 pulls, plus 10 Wishes from the AWOOOOOO code and 200 Diamonds from DEEPSPACE6. Adding all free sources together is enough for you to reach one soft pity in the limited-time rate-up banner.

Q: Will there be a sixth love interest in the future?

No. Papergames has clearly stated that no new love interests will be introduced going forward . Development focus has now fully shifted to deepening the stories and companion experience of the existing five characters: Xavier, Zayne, Rafayel, Sylus, and Caleb.

Q: What are the 6.0 redemption codes?

AWOOOOOO (10 Empyrean Wishes) and DEEPSPACE6 (200 Diamonds + 200 Stamina + 20,000 Gold). Both codes will expire on July 23, 2026, 23:59 UTC+8 - redeem them immediately.

Q: Where can I buy Diamonds for the 6.0 update?

Diamonds can be purchased through the in-game store, but if you want more competitive pricing and instant delivery,, Topuplist is the recommended platform. Their Love and Deepspace top-up page offers all Diamond packages, with secure checkout and fast delivery - ideal for stacking with the 6,000+ free Diamonds from Home System 2.0.