The latest update for *Cookie Run: Kingdom*, version 5.6 titled 'Dark Resolution’s Glorious Return', has stirred quite the buzz in the gaming community. This sequel to version 5.5 is packed with exciting new content, including new Cookies, episodes, limited-time events, toppings, treasures, and more. Let's dive into the highlights and the controversies surrounding this update.

Cookie Run: Kingdom Version 5.6 Update – The Good

First and foremost, the update introduces an Ancient+ Cookie, Dragon Lord Dark Cacao Cookie, who is a Charge type positioned at the front line. His Awakened King skill allows him to wield the Chocoblade, inflicting fatal wounds and a CRIT Resist debuff on enemies. Additionally, he teams up with the Twin Dragons for a powerful strike. Players eager to get their hands on him can try their luck with the Nether-Gacha: Light of True Resolution, which offers a higher chance of pulling Dragon Lord Dark Cacao Cookie. A guaranteed pull is promised every 250 attempts, and even if you don't reach that number, you'll still receive valuable 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 stationed at the rear, Peach Blossom Cookie uses the Heavenly Fruit skill to heal the team and drop Peach Bao fruits, enhancing DMG Resist and Debuff Resist for allies.

The update also expands the World Exploration with a new episode titled 'Dark Resolution’s Glorious Return,' continuing Dark Cacao Cookie's saga. Players can look forward to battling through stages with the intriguing Yin and Yang effect.

The Bad… And The Ugly

However, not all is rosy with the 5.6 update. The introduction of a new rarity, Ancient+, has raised eyebrows. This new tier allows for a max promotion level of 6-star, progressing through ★2/★4/★6 with improved designs and new character lines. The issue? *Cookie Run: Kingdom* already boasts ten rarities, and the addition of an 11th has not sat well with the community. Many players feel that introducing higher rarity cookies as separate entities, rather than enhancing existing characters, is a move towards pay-to-win mechanics.

The backlash was swift and fierce, especially from the Korean Cookie Run community and whale guilds, who threatened to boycott the game if the developers didn't reconsider. In response, the developers have decided to postpone the update, originally set for June 20th, to reevaluate these controversial changes. You can stay updated on their official Twitter for further news.

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