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Dev Behind Russian Roulette Drinking Game Cancels Steam Demo Plans Following AI Copycat Concerns

The developer behind Russian roulette anime game Drunken Goddess Reflux has canceled its plans for a public Steam demo, citing concerns over potential AI copycats.

Dev Behind Russian Roulette Drinking Game Cancels Steam Demo Plans Following AI Copycat Concerns

Alliance Arts, the developer behind the Russian Roulette drinking game game Drunken Goddess Reflux, has canceled public plans for a Steam demo due to fears of AI copycats. The game, which features ghostly colors and a demon villain, was announced in April and was set to launch on December 8, 2026. Initially, a demo was planned for October 19, but Alliance Arts has changed its stance.

The developers explained that they are worried that the demo's content could be easily replicated or imitated using AI, potentially leading to a low-effort, competing product being released ahead of the game's launch. This concern stems from the rapidly advancing AI technology currently infiltrating the gaming industry. While Alliance Arts faced difficulties in managing potential restrictions on streaming and posting gameplay videos, they have opted for a closed environment demo instead.

Interested players can join a closed demo session via a Discord server, following participation requirements and rules on posting and streaming gameplay videos.

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