Infinity Nikki, the popular free-to-play adventure and exploration game, offers multiple gacha systems for players eager to collect diverse outfits. Among these, the Surprise-O-Matic gacha has emerged as a problematic option for some players, as revealed by a recent player experience. As part of the game’s core mechanics, players engage in pulls for mystery clothing items, which often leads to spending real money on in-game currency. However, the Surprise-O-Matic allows for pulls using in-game currency alone, yet it may not be the most effective choice for obtaining desired items.
A dedicated Reddit user, catchthemouser, shared their experience of attempting to secure the coveted Snowy Dawn dress from the Surprise-O-Matic. Unfortunately, they faced considerable difficulty, as the dress was “the second to last to drop”after an intense effort. Ultimately, this player reported spending an astounding over 10 million blings, the game’s in-currency, to collect all available items from the gacha, deeming it a “massive money sink”that demands significant energy and resources to achieve completion.
Challenges of the Infinity Nikki Surprise-O-Matic
High Uncertainty for Desired Items
Over 10 Million blings spent, but I cleared out the Surprise-O-Matic by u/catchthemouser in InfinityNikki
The Surprise-O-Matic gacha presents another layer of uncertainty for players seeking clothing items. Located within the Stylist’s Guild in Florawish, this gacha requires 20,000 blings for a single draw. While this might appeal to late-game players, it may not be the most prudent expenditure for newcomers to the game.
One significant drawback of the Surprise-O-Matic is its lack of a pity or guarantee system. Players can repeatedly encounter the same items without assurance of obtaining something new or better over time. Adding to this frustration, it appears that the items retrieved from the Surprise-O-Matic do not form a cohesive outfit set. As noted by catchthemouser, “you can’t wear all the pieces at the same time,”resulting in conflict between accessories that share the same equipment slots, such as a thigh belt and a handbag.
Exploring Better Alternatives in Infinity Nikki
Consider More Rewarding Options
Infinity Nikki, like many other free-to-play titles, relies heavily on microtransactions and gacha mechanics, prompting many players to consider their options carefully. While the Surprise-O-Matic appears to be a cost-effective alternative, especially since it uses in-game currency, players could benefit from exploring other available avenues.
Developers at InFold have been notably generous in distributing crystals, the essential currency for drawing new clothing items from both permanent and rotating banners. Enthusiasts can earn free crystals through various in-game activities, allowing them to try their luck at acquiring stunning banner outfits without resorting to out-of-pocket expenses.
Moreover, the banners feature a system of rewards that grants valuable items after a set number of attempts, along with a pity system that guarantees a 4-star item after every 10 draws and a 5-star item after every 20. Consequently, players of Infinity Nikki are typically advised to prioritize main banners over the Surprise-O-Matic unless they have ample blings to spare.
For further insights into player experiences, you can refer to this Reddit discussion.
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