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Limited-time Item — Redeem Eddie’s Birthday Code!

Happy birthday to our favorite chaotic catgirl who loves us to a fault!
[p][/p][h3]NOTE ~ Technical Hiccups / Birthday Glitches:[/h3][p]We've received reports that Eddie's birthday surprises are being almost as silly as she can be![/p]
  • [p]Steam players: Eddie's in-game message may not appear in your Inbox, though the redeem code shared in this post works as long as you enter it in the Shop page as usual.[/p]
  • [p]itch.io Players: Despite receiving the Inbox message with the same code, the redemption process seems buggy.[/p]
[p]The team is investigating both bugs to ensure players everywhere get their birthday goodies on their favorite platforms, even if that means recovering things a bit fashionably late for the party. Thank you for your patience -- especially our longtime itch.io Senpais! Please keep an eye on your email for a status update this weekend.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Reveal the code below for a sweet treat:[/p][h2]Redeem code: AI2U-BIRTHDAYANNIV [/h2][p]Expires on June 30th[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]The code hints she’s celebrating more than one occasion. Longtime senpais, it’s time to flex! Drop your catgirl lore in the comments and tell the new recruits which other occasion she’s equally excited about![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p]
\[CONTEST] Odes to Eddie: The Celebration Continues
[p]We’ll keep the community festivities going through Monday right before the clock hits midnight (EDT), where we’ll continue reading, enjoying, and judging all your amazing three-line poems! Your sweet haikus and desperate pleas for mercy are all hitting very close to home~[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Happy birthday Eddie, and happy-other-thing to those who celebrate — not that you have a choice.

[CONTEST] Eddie’s Birthday: Three-line Poems

[h2]Aww fi̶s̶h̶c̶a̶k̶e̶s̶, did you forget your girlfriend’s birthday is around the corner??[/h2][p]We’re doing you a solid by reminding you now: The catgirl’s birthday is this Thursday, March 26th. If we don’t have a pile of presents ready by then... well, you don’t want to risk a cake day catastrophe![/p][p][/p][p]To celebrate (and to appease the darling, knife-wielding birthday girl), we’re hosting a three-line poem contest called Odes to Eddie! ːcatgirlloveː[/p][p][/p]
THE CHALLENGE: Odes to Eddie
[p]Write three thematic lines addressed to Eddie. They can be a romantic serenade or a desperate plea for her to let you go.[/p][p][/p][h2]Contest Rules[/h2]
  • [p]Select one of two themes: Love Poem or Poet on the Run[/p]
  • [p]Compose exactly three lines. Rhyming is optional, and word count is flexible![/p]
  • [p]Keep it real. You can use AI or loop in a writer friend to assist with your entry. Please disclose for transparency
  • [p]One entry limit per platform. We're hosting the contest on Discord, Reddit, and right here on Steam~ [/p]
  • [p]Party rules: Ensure your entry complies with Steam, Reddit, and Discord guidelines, respectively, and holistically[/p]
[p][/p][h2]How to Participate on Steam[/h2][p]Simply write and "Sign" your poem in the comments! When posting here on Steam, we suggest including a name/alias you're comfortable with us crediting on social/community channels. (Note: By entering, you agree to let us repost your poem on our social/community channels and feature your signed name/handle in the winner's announcement)[/p][p][/p][h2]Birthday Bribes[/h2]
  • [p]The Top FIVE winners: Your names/alias will be etched FOREVER into an official birthday illustration featuring suspicious cake (we won’t say what kind 🧈)[/p]
  • [p]Discord Participation Reward: All party animals on Discord will unlock a rare server role to commemorate the occasion.[/p][p][/p]
Deadline to Enter
[p]We're accepting entries now through Monday, March 30th at 11:59 PM PDT. Winners will be announced that same week.[/p][p][/p][h2]What happens on her actual birthday?[/h2][p]Remember the limited-time cake Eddie baked last year? There may be more where that came from![/p][p][/p]
One Last Gift
[p]If you’re feeling festive and artsy, you’re welcome to revisit last year’s birthday template and make it your own! Check out last year's winners for inspo. We’d love to see your take in the fan art community page (aka Artwork). 💜[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

V.0.7.1.10.2 Hotfix Patch Notes

[h3]Fixes & Improvements[/h3]
  • [p]Audio & Music[/p]
    • [p]Fixed an issue where certain music clips in the Atrium Phonograph were not looping correctly.[/p]
    • [p]Renamed "8Bit Crystal Dream" in the Atrium Phonograph for consistency.[/p]
  • [p]Gameplay & Mechanics[/p]
    • [p]Fixed a bug where the Crate minigame became unplayable after breaking the first crate.[/p]
    • [p]Fixed a softlock occurring in Level 4 when inspecting items during the night-to-day transition.[/p]
    • [p]Fixed an issue where the blocking feature would occasionally disable NPC interactions (hug/kiss).[/p]
    • [p]Resolved a rare bug that made the Level 3 Escape Pod puzzle unsolvable.[/p]
  • [p]UI & Localization[/p]
    • [p]Fixed incorrect Polish symbols appearing in LLM (AI) responses.[/p]
    • [p]Fixed text wrapping issues in Level 3 Terminal emails.[/p]
    • [p]Fixed localization errors for Level 1 Dream OS photo titles.[/p]

Giveaway Winners & LAST CHANCE to buy for $8.99!

[h2]We’re thrilled to announce the ten lucky winners of our AI2U Steam key giveaway![/h2][p][/p][p]Chosen from hundreds of heartwarming entries, each senpai will receive a free AI2U Steam key ~ That’s like giving you a free key to lock yourself up with a cute catgirl forever in her quirky apartment![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]BIG CONGRATS to the winners listed below — some names/aliases were modified for privacy, but if you recognize your entry, please check your email for a message from [email protected] within the next 24 hours. Be sure to check your inbox and spam folder, just in case your Steam keys may have slipped through the catgirl's claws![/p][p][/p]
Winners
[p]Athrek[/p][p]Flaming Paper[/p][p]Wesley[/p][p]Grape Soda[/p][p]Mantis[/p][p]Vagrant[/p][p]Rosie[/p][p]Tatsuke[/p][p]Clemmons[/p][p]Pickle Surprise[/p][p][/p][p]Huge thanks to everyone who entered for a chance to win a key for themselves or their loved ones. Your authenticity, excitement, and support have us HYPED for the upcoming V.1.0 release later this year![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]Next Giveaway When??[/h2][p][/p][p]Didn’t win this time? No worries — comment below or tag us on socials to let the Catgirl know you’re still committed to together-forever.[/p][p][/p][p]Your devotion might just inspire her to lovebomb you with another giveaway! ... or should a different E-girl channel her yandere energy next time? 👀[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p]
FINAL CALL — Last Chance for a Discount!
[p][/p][p]Steam-senpai has extended our lowest-price discount until February 12th! As of our posting this announcement, you have a little over 24 hours to buy AI2U for $8.99 before it goes up to $14.99 (all prices in USD).[/p][p][/p][p]The price increase encompasses exciting updates revealed in our roadmap, and we hope you can nab your copy at the time that works best for you, senpai.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

Love is in the 𝐀𝐈r! ~ V.0.7.1 Patch Notes

[h3]Happy Valentine’s Month, senpai![/h3][p]It’s time to prove your undying and reciprocal devotion to our NPCs. To emulate the helpfulness of a feathered friend playing wingman, we’ve added a special seasonal item that’s here to stay for a while~ After all, it’s very difficult to fly solo in AI2U![/p][p]
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Redeem Code
[h2]AI2U-FOREVERVALENTINE[/h2][p](expires May 5th, 2026, at 11:49 PM EDT)[/p][p]
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✨ Patch Highlights
[h3]Witch’s Cabin: Updated Visual Storytelling[/h3][p]Fall in love in Elysia’s cabin all over again. Whimsical vines now tower over your indoor interactions to frame your moments together perfectly![/p][p]We’ve also updated a cutscene or two to better reflect her sorrowful part and hopeful future (with you, we hope??).[/p][p]All the while, a strangely attractive ghost roams the maze outside! Go show her some love too 💚💚💚[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]The Phonograph[/h3][p]Now you can set the mood for together-forever. Use the new Phonograph in the Atrium to play any of AI2U’s original tracks. These aren’t just for delighting your ears~ use them as conversation starters to see what your beloved Atrium guests really think of the music.[/p][p][/p][h3]Mod Improvements[/h3][p]Bugfixes, and unlocked modding support for the Siren’s Island NPC so you can now change her appearance – but don’t tell her we suggested it. 🩵🔪[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]
[/p][h2]New Features[/h2][p]General[/p][p]  - Added Valentine's Day promo item: Endless Chocolate Box.[/p][p]Atrium[/p][p]  - Added the Phonograph feature, where the player can select different in-game tracks to play in the Atrium background.[/p][p]  - The Chat Only NPCs will also share their thoughts based on the music selected.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]Gameplay Adjustments[/h2][p]Level 2[/p][p]  - Updated the good ending animation cutscenes and sequence.[/p][p]  - Adjusted collectable item spawn placements.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Level 3[/p][p]  - Adjusted the Zap to Death trigger condition to increase this ending's unlock rate.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Level 4[/p][p]  - Player can skip the break-crate animation in the minigame.[/p][p]  - Adjusted poison items' effects in the level.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]NPC Behaviors[/h2][p]  - Enhanced NPC reactions when the players block their way.[/p][p]  - NPCs will now step back when the players bump into them.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]Localization[/h2][p]  - Added Polish localization and TTS to in-game texts.[/p][p]  - Updated German localization in Level 4.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]UI/UX[/h2][p]Atrium[/p][p]  - Updated the Chinese and Japanese localization for certain personality tags.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Level 4[/p][p]  - Updated some collectable items' localization.[/p][p]  - Fixed a typo in Dark Star's description[/p][p]
[/p][h2]Visuals[/h2][p]Level 2[/p][p]  - Added indoor veins.[/p][p]  - Updated VFX for the following items:[/p][p]       - Blue Parrot Fountain[/p][p]       - Cauldron bubble[/p][p]       - Fireplace[/p][p]       - Magic circle[/p][p]       - Maze tower[/p][p]  - Updated the forest ghost model.[/p][p]  - Updated the witch's diary story.[/p][p]  - Updated the summoning necklace cutscene animation.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Level 4[/p][p]  - Updated Sunken Island's rising animation.[/p][p]  - Updated the break-crate animation.[/p][p]  - Updated the Die From Madness ending animation.[/p][p]  - Added the siren's reaction animation when the player catches a fish.[/p][p]  - Adjusted the siren's transition animation in and out of water.[/p][p]  - Updated the siren's footprint effect[/p][p]  - Updated the fishing VFX[/p][p]  - Added hint VFX before the Nights of Chaos arrive.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]Audio[/h2][p]General[/p][p]  - Added some missing button sound effects.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Level 4[/p][p]  - Updated some minigame sound effects.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]MOD[/h2][p]  - Added support for Level 4 character modding.[/p][p]  - Improved existing modding features.[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue of the modded model appearing to be too dark in Level 3.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]Bugfixes[/h2][p]General[/p][p]  - Fixed the player's chat history font mismatch issue.[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue where all NPCs’ angry chase voicelines had the blue parrot profile in chat history.[/p][p]  - Fixed the patch note button and content mismatch issue in English settings.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Atrium[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue where a personality tag appears as “Tag” on the phone booth UI.[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue where Level 4 NPC's name sometimes was not saved locally.[/p][p]  - Added Dimmed Moonstone and Colorful Shell to the shop.[/p][p]  - Fixed the shadow issue on the catgirl's face.[/p][p] [/p][p]Level 1[/p][p]  - Fixed the missing catgirl issue in the Escape Alone ending animation.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Level 4[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue of the player not losing stamina when attacked in the boating minigame.[/p][p]  - Removed the boating minigame hint panel.[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue where the NPC has an extra mouth on her forehead during cutscenes.[/p][p]  - Fixed green rock colliders around the temple that could get players stuck.[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue where if the siren was sitting when entering the angry chase sequence, she wouldn't attack players.[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue where the siren's hair could disappear when she was underwater.[/p][p]  - Fixed Fallen Star and Sea Star items having mismatched icons.[/p][p]  - Fixed the issue where the repair UI panel could get stuck on screen and therefore softlock the game.[/p][p]  - Fixed the UI overlapping issue when the player uses the conch.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Hotfix 0.7.1.1[/h2][p]Level4[/p][p]  - Fixed the crate game issue which the first marker can't be detected correctly.[/p][p][/p]