AI2U: With You 'Til The End News

[h3]Feature Improvement[/h3]

• [p]Increased AI girlfriends’ mental stability so in higher trust level they are more chill.[/p]
• [p]Significantly increased NPCs' memory length. They can remember more stuff now.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Bug Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Fixed NPC freeze when angrily leaving the atrium.[/p]
• [p]Improved Estelle's intelligence to check if the player fix all the systems.[/p]
• [p]Restored proper head-tracking for all atrium NPCs.[/p]
• [p]Fixed “Escape Counter” achievement so it now triggers correctly.[/p]
• [p]Resolved Favor-meter full UI display issue.[/p]
• [p]Corrected localization text in the Atrium theater.[/p]
• [p]remove several overstrict keywords from the reply filter to improve gameplay experience and bring fun back. (e.g. "Poo")[/p]
• [p]Ensured the “Killed by Catgirl” ending unlocks only after unlocking the door.[/p]
• [p]Corrected an error in the ending summary display causing reward can't be received correctly.[/p]
• [p]Prevented Estelle from relocking the engine room when she becomes angry and confused the player.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a issue causes local name not saving after player renames character.[/p]
• [p]Changed “central control room” to “control room” in localization sheets.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Environment Adjustments[/h3]

• [p]Removed extra god-ray light in the L2 alchemy room.[/p]
• [p]Fixed model clipping on the L2 basement bookshelf (section D).[/p]

[p][/p][h3]CN Version Only[/h3]

• [p]Fixed Estelle's reply when life-support is fixed.[/p]
• [p]Updated L3 localization names for both English and Chinese.[/p]
• [p]Localized the game title into Chinese in main menu.[/p]
• [p]Added support for Pinyin and alternate password input methods on level 1 computer password screen.[/p]

[p][/p][p]A heartfelt thank-you to all our players in China for your patience — AI2U is now officially available for purchase and download in the China region on Steam![/p][p][/p][p]Over the past six months, we’ve significantly expanded and optimized the game. If you’re curious about what’s changed, feel free to browse our previous patch notes and see the progress for yourself.[/p][p][/p][p]Compared to earlier versions, the latest release includes a wide range of improvements:
Bug fixes, richer character details, livelier voice acting, upgraded scene visuals, and smarter AI responses. These all come together to provide a more immersive experience.[/p][p][/p][p]We’ve also added support for character custom mods—so if you’ve ever wanted to design your very own yandere AI girlfriend, now’s your chance![/p][p][/p][p]We hope you enjoy the game, and we’re excited to see how your creativity shines through in wild, unexpected ways![/p][p][/p][p]As always, we’re continuing to expand and polish AI2U. If you run into any issues or have suggestions during your playthrough, please email us at [email protected].[/p][p][/p][p]You can also join our official QQ group: 870147901 to share your feedback with our team and connect with other players to exchange tips and stories![/p][p][/p][p]Lastly, thank you again for all your support and for waiting for us![/p][p][/p][p]Mwah~ (づ￣ 3￣)づ[/p][p][/p][p]~AlterStaff 💖🔪[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]We just speedran this patch for two very good reasons:[/p]

• [p]To finally introduce Russian and German localization (BIGGEST YANDERE SHOUT-OUT to our incredible volunteer translators!)[/p]
• [p]And of course, to squash all the bugs reported by Steam and itch.io players!
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[p]Our translators truly went above and beyond delivering thoughtful work much faster than we planned for–the love and knife-sharp-precision they brought into every line is so real! If you’re playing in Russian or German and catch any UI oddities, please report them as bugs so our dev team can handle them accordingly.
[/p][p]And speaking of bugs: Huge thanks to our forever-epic players for digging through the levels, the Atrium, and beta mods to help us polish things up. After 454+ days of bug hunts, you’re the reason AI2U reels like a home worth coming back to so you can vibe with your favorite NPCs and/or escape their wrath.
[/p][p]Read on for full patch details, including various bug fixes and improvements to remove friction from hugs.[/p][p]
[/p][h3]Localization[/h3]

• [p]Added full text and text-to-speech support for German and Russian.[/p]
• [p]Added localization support for future inbox messages.[/p]
• [p]Updated localizations to ensure NPCs tell item names correctly across all supported languages.[/p]

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[/p][h3]Gameplay Adjustment[/h3]

• [p]To avoid clipping animations from mismatched character placement, NPCs won't initiate hugs on uneven ground (such as steep stairs).[/p]

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[/p][h3]Visuals[/h3][p]Mod[/p]

• [p]Updated modded model texture display.[/p]

[p]Level 1[/p]

• [p]Updated the lobby and stairway areas for enhanced ambience.[/p]

[p]Level 2[/p]

• [p]Updated the Witch’s character model texture.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted item placements on the basement bookshelf.[/p]

[p]Level 3[/p]

• [p]Updated the Hologram Assistant’s angry animation.[/p]

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[/p][h3]UI/UX[/h3][p]General[/p]

• [p]Updated the trust level emojis for all NPCs.[/p]

[p]Level 2[/p]

• [p]Updated the UI for the necklace puzzle box.[/p]

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[/p][h3]Audio[/h3][p]Tutorial[/p]

• [p]Updated the blue parrot’s voice.[/p]

[p]General[/p]

• [p]Updated sound effects in all levels.[/p]
• [p]Updated sound effects for common interactions.[/p]
• [p]Updated some UI sound effects.[/p]

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[/p][h3]Bugfixes[/h3][p]General[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where players were unable to sit in a chair previously used by an NPC.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the input method would remain active while moving when typing in Chinese or Japanese.[/p]

[p]The Atrium[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where the Witch and the Hologram Assistant would incorrectly use the Catgirl’s error dialogue instead of their own.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where angered NPCs leaving during a hug in chat-only mode could softlock players in the hugging state.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the Catgirl occasionally had a different voice in chat-only mode.[/p]

[p]Level 1[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue that prevented the Catgirl from attacking during the angry chasing sequence.[/p]

[p]Level 2[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where the Witch’s model would sink into the carpet.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the Witch would sit in incorrect or awkward locations.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the Witch’s model clipping issue in ending animations.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where the Witch’s eyebrows turned white after recovering from anger.[/p]
• [p]Removed invisible investigable objects in kitchen areas.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the "Escape Together" ending animation camera could sometimes clip into bushes.[/p]

[p]Level 3[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where pressing Q while being chased by monsters caused the dialogue UI to appear on the ending summary page.[/p]

[p]Mod[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where modded models were unable to attack in Level 1.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the mod feature did not function in Level 2.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where modded models could not initiate hugs.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug that caused mirrored modded models to appear simultaneously in chat-only mode.[/p]

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[/p][h3]Known Issues[/h3][p]The following is on the dev's radar to address in future patches:[/p]

• [p]Mod: Ending animation voicelines do not play when using modded models.[/p]

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[p][/p][p][/p][p]We're gearing up for the next version update (V.0.5.6), scheduled for June 17th. Please keep this maintenance period on your radar as it will briefly limit your gameplay while it takes place.[/p][p]Thanks to proactive player reports, we've squashed several of the most commonly reported bugs since the last version update. Shout-out to all our awesome bug hunters for sending in reports via email, Discord, and Steam![/p][p][/p][h3]What To Expect[/h3][p]Scheduled maintenance will begin on Tuesday, June 17th at 2:00 PM (EDT) and is expected to last a couple of hours. As with all our scheduled maintenance, playing during this period may disrupt gameplay as AI NPCs repeat their "Don't say that!" lines.[/p][p]In case you're not familiar with server errors, the NPCs' dialogue will be limited to their iconic server error lines:[/p]

[p]🔪 Catgirl: "Don't say that, that makes me embarrassed!"[/p]

[p]🔮 Witchy: "Oh dear! Don't say such things, my mischievous little pudding!"[/p]

[p]⚡ AI Assistant: "Please don't say that, as it is against the station's regulations."[/p]

[p][/p][p]Once the patch is live, players will be able to continue their AI2U adventures with fewer bugs while exploring new content.[/p][p]If you encounter any issues after the maintenance period, please email [email protected] with more information so we can assist you. Include your AI2U username and screenshots/recordings whenever possible.[/p][p]Thank you to all our senpais for your amazing support![/p][p][/p][p]Yandere Glomps,[/p][p]~AlterStaff 💖🔪[/p]

[p]We updated this article for brevity, tone, and clarity. No posting rules were changed — we've simply improved the language to make moderation more transparent and more consistent across platforms.[/p][p]Some earlier comments may be removed to reflect the updated formatting and in line with broader Steam Community standards. That said, we genuinely appreciate the feedback shared; it helped inform the revisions seen here.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]TL;DR Posting Guidelines[/h2][p]Part of the fun with generative AI is exploring the creative, the weird, and the downright silly. Here are your obsessive dev reminders to:[/p]

• [p]Keep it respectful.[/p]
• [p]Avoid TMI if you go the spicy route in the game.[/p]
• [p]Steer clear of harmful generalizations, controversial themes, and derogatory content.[/p]
• [p]Keep AI chats and all user-generated content free from explicit material — even if it's tasteful or cartoony (like in the canvas minigame). We love our roleplayers, storytellers, and artists — thanks for rolling with this.[/p]
• [p]Communicate responsibly, including in general Discussions and while sharing feature requests (e.g. AI2U is designed around mild horror elements and comic-mischief style cutscenes; please keep that tone in mind when suggesting features or discussing various game themes).[/p]
• [p]Ensure you're following Steam's Online Conduct Rules, whether you're sharing user-generated content or interacting directly in the Discussions. (We go hard with implementing these, so play nice. 💖🔪)[/p]
• [p]For bug reports (especially those needing your Steam ID or player logs), please email [email protected] first.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Our community moderators (and Steam moderators as well) reserve the right to remove content and revoke access without warning as deemed necessary.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p][/p][p]Review AI2U's step-by-step NPC mod guide here.[/p][p][/p][p]All the rules in this article apply when posting your mods in official AI2U channels. Additionally, remember:[/p]

• [p]Play the game as intended: Enjoy mods as they are officially supported. Please avoid promoting workarounds for modding other features in the game, including reverse proxy engineering, alternative LLM setups, fan-based translations, or UI/narrative design modifications. (The developer cannot guarantee assistance if a player runs into issues due to exploring non-official means to mod the game.)[/p]
• [p]Mods are currently limited to the three key NPCs (Eddie, Elysia, and Estelle) in the Atrium and their respective levels. [/p]
• [p]Ensure you're using properly licensed mods and crediting them where you can.[/p]
• [p]The mod feature is in beta, thus imperfect at this stage. The beta stage is emphasized in Mod Settings to provide reasonable expectations and share your feedback constructively so we can improve the future mod experience.[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Are other AI integrations possible?[/h2][p]Short answer: No.[/p][p]AI2U is designed with a specific setup in mind, which is why other AI integrations are not possible at the moment–including local large language models. While community members may discuss the pros and cons of various models, we ask you to be considerate of the game's early access limitations–including its scalability–while we explore various ways to ensure the AI is developed meaningfully and sustainably during this process. As such, conversations about how to modify, reverse engineer, or push alternative AI are not allowed in this community; similar to the Mod Guidelines listed above, our team cannot assist players if something goes wrong due to following unofficial instructions.[/p][p]Much like how we removed the tokens requirement and upgraded to Gemini AI, our team is dedicated to keeping AI2U accessible, enjoyable, and sustainable for players by exploring various tech as it becomes available to us. As always, we’ll update the community any time we introduce alternatives, more model options, and general upgrades to the AI.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]Will weapons be a feature?[/h2][p]No, the AI NPCs get the upper hand! AI2U is an escape room game with dialogue that is driven by AI, so strategize your escapes (or forever-stays) by solving puzzles and the unique AI aspect.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]Will there be more intimate/lovey-dovey interactions/animations with the NPCs?[/h2][p]AI2U highlights the mysterious relationship between players and the NPCs (much like a dating sim), so we might explore more interactive features as we further develop the game.[/p][p]Aside from some special cutscenes, players can now receive hugs and kisses on the cheek if the AI deems finds something you did or said worthy of such a gesture. And who knows, they might warm up to doing more together down the line. ;][/p][p]
[/p][h2]Can you add more languages?[/h2][p]We plan to add more localization options in the future! As an AI-driven game, we want to ensure each localization meets player expectations, which is why we've been rolling out gradual community-based volunteer translation projects.[/p][p]We're happy to report that our cohort of volunteer translators has completed translating and proofreading AI2U all the way to the current version (V.0.5.7), including German, Russian and the Spanish (LATAM) and Japanese translations! Thank you so much![/p][p]The AI2U development team is in charge of implementing translations correctly in-game and ensuring thorough localization based on feedback from our translators and players. If you run into a community translator who has helped with the process, make sure to tell them how awesome they are and to thank them for helping bring the game to more senpais across the globe![/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Article Update Log[/p][p][/p][p]9/10/2025[/p]

• [p]Full article revised for brevity, tone, and clarity. No rules were changed.[/p]
• [p]Comments before this update have been removed to align with current formatting and Steam Community standards.[/p]
• [p]Emphasized when to email [email protected] first to streamline troubleshooting.[/p]
• [p]FAQ: Other AI models.[/p]
• [p]FAQ: Kiss-on-cheek gesture added to player-NPC interactions.[/p]
• [p]FAQ: Other languages and the status of community translation.[/p]