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Run the last shop of a post-apocalyptic town. Stock shelves by hand, price scarce goods, fill contracts — and haul what you don't sell down to your bunker, because surviving the night is the other half of the job.
AI tools were used to create some 3D models, the main menu and loading screen backgrounds, some UI elements and store artwork, and to assist with localization.
3D Models, UI Elements, Marketing Assets, Localization
From a single bone to a name — and the truth. A mystery adventure set in a forensic anthropology lab. Read the bones, search the scenes with your colleagues, run the experiments, and close in on the killer. Seven names waiting, 1…
This game includes AI-generated content. Character art, backgrounds, item illustrations, and music were created using generative AI tools, then selected, edited, and assembled by the developer. AI assistance was also used in drafting and refining the game's text and in translation.All AI-generated content was produced during development and reviewed by the developer. No AI content is generated while you play, and the game does not connect to any AI service during gameplay.
2D Images, Music, Writing, Localization
Astrocraft is a simulation game about building and managing your own space station. You mine resources, construct buildings, install machinery and equipment, sell goods to space travelers, and hire workers to automate all the ope…
We used AI to create capsules for the steam store page.
Marketing Assets
MECHANIS OBSCURA is an indie psychological escape-room thriller game, blending FMV cutscenes, 2000s horror vibes, and intricate puzzle mechanisms. After unknowingly enrolling in a deep-web trial, you have been abducted into a nig…
AI tools were used in a limited capacity during development to assist withconcept art, promotional material, background music, design ideation,and co-writing some descriptive text.No AI is used in actual gameplay, player interaction, or game logic.
2D Images, Marketing Assets, Music, Writing, Ideation
To pay for your mother's surgery, you take on a shady part-time job: "content moderator" Your task is to delete the "forbidden images" that must never see the light of day. Survive the creeping curses of this abnormal office.
This game contains pre-generated AI-created images, including realistic and horror-themed imagery used during gameplay. All content was reviewed and curated by the developer. The game does not include live AI generation or user-generated content.
2D Images
Tile Crawl is a tactical roguelite, with spatial puzzle-like battles, free exploration and a catch: you can only hold 6 items and they wear out with each use - so make every hit count!
We employ generative AI technologies during the creation of some illustrations and music. All elements that make up the core and essence of the game are still done by us - the devs.
2D Images, Music
Toe-tal War is a side-scrolling linear adventure game where you kill enemies with foot stench. Run and jump to build up your foot odor, change your shoes and socks to control the smell — then get close to enemies and stink them t…
Part of the visual assets are AI generated.
2D Images
A free-to-play, top-down action MMORPG with classic, positional real-time PvP. Fight as Warrior, Wizard, or Taoist, chaining debuffs into bonus-damage combos. Hunt bosses, craft and enhance gear, then wage guild war for valleys a…
Some public-facing artwork, website visuals, marketing assets, or future in-game assets may include AI-assisted or AI-generated elements. Final assets are reviewed, selected, edited, and integrated by the development team before use.
2D Images, Marketing Assets
Build a kingdom, connect its towns, and fight for every border. Palisade is a real time strategy game where you command territory directly, with no squads to micromanage. Play five campaigns, set up your own Skirmishes, or face f…
Generative AI was used to translate and localize in-game text into multiple languages. It was also used to assist in drafting some historical story text. All AI-assisted content was reviewed and edited before inclusion in the game. No AI-generated visual or audio assets are used in the game.
Writing, Localization
In a zombie apocalypse, a grandmother takes a chainsaw to find her grandson. Defeat slow, persistent zombies, collect gear, and strengthen with exercise. Advance through ever-stronger hordes, reclaiming youthful power in this sur…
This game uses Generative AI technology in its development process for the following assets:- Localization: AI tools were used to assist with text translation and localization across multiple languages, followed by manual review and editing by the development team.- Sound: Generative AI technology was utilized in the creation and synthesis of select sound effects and audio elements.
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Set in a hard sci-fi universe, Miramar follows a group of Tac Marines sent to investigate why contact has been lost with a far off colony. Exploration, turn based combat and roguelike gameplay combine for a compelling gaming expe…
Some (not all) icons were generated with AI.
UI Elements
A chaotic, mad run-and-gun! Flamethrowers, homing, double jumps, invincible dashes—all here! As Hijura with a Scarlet Gear, destroy the "Dokugan" horde! 35-year dev Zorge Ichizo's "AI-Toxic" showdown with AI. Will I dance to the …
Policy on the Use of Generative AI Technology in Our TitlesHUGA INC. (hereinafter referred to as "the Company") actively adopts and utilizes generative AI technology—including code assistance tools for development efficiency and image generation—in our titles. This is positioned as part of our development process to pursue new possibilities of artistic expression and high productivity in small-scale indie game development.In utilizing AI technology, the Company strictly adheres to the following compliance and development standards:■ Compliance with Laws and Intellectual Property RightsOur development process complies with the Copyright Act of Japan (including the provisions for information analysis under Article 30-4) as well as the laws and regulations of relevant countries. Generative AI tools are used strictly within legally permitted boundaries.■ Adherence to Distribution Platform GuidelinesWe strictly comply with the disclosure obligations and various guidelines regarding generative AI established by Steam and other distribution platforms, ensuring appropriate information disclosure and proper registration processes.■ Establishment of Creative Direction as a Proprietary ProductAll AI-generated assets are integrated into our games only after undergoing our strict creative direction, editing, processing, and reconstruction within the overall game design. Our products do not rely on mere automated output.The Company positions the proactive adoption of new technologies to deliver next-generation entertainment as a core innovation strategy for an indie developer.Please note that while the Company closely monitors the ongoing social and ethical debates surrounding AI technology, we conduct our business lawfully based on current regulations and platform rules. Therefore, we do not issue individual statements or respond to inquiries regarding legal interpretations or related debates. Thank you for your understanding.
Code, 2D Images