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ELEMENTORS

ELEMENTORS

Merge-autobattler where every unit fights on two synergy fronts at once. Forge your own d12 of elements, roll it every round, and fuse with creatures. 13 types × 13 elements. Every element you apply is permanent — choose wisely.

Followers8
LaunchUnknown
Has some form of AI usage

Some creature sprites and artwork were created with the assistance of AI image generation tools (Pixellab) and subsequently edited and refined by hand. All game design, mechanics, and balance are human-made. Development tools with AI assistance were used for portions of the code. The game does not generate any content with AI at runtime.

2D Images, Code
Forest TD

Forest TD

Forest TD is a top-down strategy game blending tower defense, survival, and elemental magic. Explore a vast forest, transform trees into defensive towers, and combine elemental abilities to fend off relentless waves of enemies.

Followers8
LaunchNov 3, 2026
Has some form of AI usage

Artificial intelligence tools were used in the creation of this game’s art assets and code.

2D Images, Code
SOULLOOP

SOULLOOP

A steampunk roguelite FPS with deckbuilding. Draft a card after every floor: your revolver chains lightning, your saw thrower freezes enemies. Combine powerful builds, bank your souls when you die, and spend them to make your nex…

Followers8
LaunchUnknown
Has some form of AI usage

Some visual and audio assets were created with AI assistance under human direction — including textures, card art, capsule and key art, some 3D meshes, sound effects and voice-over. All game systems, design, code, level generation and balance are hand-built. All AI-assisted assets were reviewed, edited and approved by the developer.

2D Images, Marketing Assets, 3D Models, Sound Effects, Voiceover
Orbisphere

Orbisphere

A cozy arcade idle game about one small astronaut alone in a forgotten corner of the cosmos. Slingshot around planets to gather stardust and spend it to keep your machines humming while you're away. Every idle hour is earned. Nav…

Followers8
LaunchUnknown
Has some form of AI usage

I built Orbisphere as a solo developer using AI tools under human direction. The soundtrack was created with generative AI music tools, with each track directed, selected, and edited by me. In-game vector artwork was authored with AI assistance from my terrible MS Paint references and designs. All game design, writing, systems, and balance are my own work.

2D Images, Music
Nuts Pipeline

Nuts Pipeline

Deliver nuts to the hamster at the goal! Switch converters on the pipes each turn to create the right combination. Clear 10 turns per level within a 3-minute limit. Starting easy for anyone, this endless puzzle grows harder with …

Followers8
LaunchOct 28, 2026
Has some form of AI usage

In this game, the developer uses AI tools in the creation of the following pre-generated content that players see:1. Artwork: Image assets and promotional materials.2. Text: In-game text, store page descriptions, and their multilingual translations.

2D Images, Marketing Assets, Writing, Localization
Neon One-Man Army

Neon One-Man Army

High-speed neon action! Swing with your grappling gun, blast rogue robots, and stay airborne. Shoot while flying, chain movement and combat, and feel the rush of unstoppable momentum. Choose powerful cards, unlock skill chests, a…

Followers8
LaunchOct 27, 2026
Has some form of AI usage

2d sprites

2D Images
Tatomic

Tatomic

Drop linked atoms, build color chains to critical mass, and ignite spectacular combos in a kinetic falling-block puzzle game with 30 escalating levels. Three gameplay modes: Critical Mass, Radioactive Survival, and Puzzle.

Followers8
LaunchOct 29, 2026
Has some form of AI usage

Tatomic was originally created in 2008 for the first-generation iPhone, with artwork designed for its 480 × 320 display.Generative AI was used only to upscale and recreate the original artwork at higher resolutions while preserving the game’s original visual style. No generative AI was used to create the game’s design, gameplay, sound effects, music, or original art direction.

2D Images
Roulettegeddon

Roulettegeddon

Roulettegeddon is a darkly comedic roulette game where classic casino betting meets zombies, black humor and chaotic mini-games. Bet against the wheel while Rotten Bob mocks your every move, then earn more credits through a colle…

Followers8
LaunchDec 17, 2026
Has some form of AI usage

Some pre-generated visual assets used in Roulettegeddon, including portions of promotional artwork and certain in-game visual elements, were created or refined with the assistance of generative AI. The game's gameplay, mechanics, and player progression do not rely on AI-generated content during play.

2D Images, Marketing Assets
Path of the Retired Adventurer

Path of the Retired Adventurer

A semi-idle crafting sim inspired by Path of Exile, for when you still love the loot but not the grind. Forge gear, gamble on affix rolls, and equip the adventurers who quest and delve in your place. Craft their gear, seal their …

Followers8
LaunchUnknown
Has some form of AI usage

AI was used to generate code and art assets.

Code, 2D Images
Butterfly Project

Butterfly Project

Raise caterpillars, witness the metamorphosis, and complete your sanctuary in this relaxing butterfly-collecting game.

Followers8
LaunchUnknown
Has some form of AI usage

Some visual assets in Butterfly Project (such as backgrounds and illustrations) were created with the assistance of generative AI tools, then selected and integrated by the developer. Gameplay, systems, and overall design are human-made.

2D Images
Deck Breaker - A Roguelike Deckbuilder

Deck Breaker - A Roguelike Deckbuilder

A roguelike deckbuilder with a focus on deep strategy, synergy and crazy combos. Build your deck as you adventure with over 200 cards and 35 heroes that each warp the rules — designed by a former Hearthstone set-design lead. Free…

Followers8
LaunchMar 31, 2027
Has some form of AI usage

Generative AI tools were used during development to assist with programming and to create or refine portions of the game’s artwork, visual assets, sound effects, and other audio. All AI-assisted content was selected, edited, integrated, and reviewed by the developer. The game does not generate AI content or connect to external AI services during gameplay.

2D Images, Code, Sound Effects, Other
Halsey Row

Halsey Row

People come to the shop on Halsey Row to sell the memories they can't carry and buy the ones they can't live without. Appraise what they bring. Decide what it's worth, and who you'll sell it to. Run an honest shop, or a darker on…

Followers8
LaunchUnknown
Has some form of AI usage

Character portraits, scene art, and voice performances were generated with licensed AI tools (PixelLab, ElevenLabs) under paid subscriptions, then curated, edited, and directed by hand.The soundtrack is built on the developer's original compositions, produced and arranged with Suno under a paid subscription.All game design, writing, and code are human-made. No AI generation occurs at runtime.

2D Images, Voiceover, Music