Digital Sun delays ReVamp demo over fears of AI cloning

Digital Sun Games, the studio behind Moonlighter and Cataclismo, has postponed a public Steam playtest for its new game ReVamp. The reason: concerns that generative AI could let someone clone their work before release. Rock Paper Shotgun reported the news.

What happened

The public Steam test was meant to give players an early look at ReVamp ahead of launch. Instead, the studio is holding the demo back. The developers say the risk is too big and call on platforms to “keep strengthening protections for original work.”

Why it matters for indies

Playtests are a standard way to gather feedback and build hype. But once materials are public, they can be fed into generative AI to produce something similar. For small teams, where every asset and mechanic takes months, that’s a real threat.

Digital Sun isn’t the first to raise the issue, but this is one of the most visible cases of a developer publicly changing plans because of AI risks.

What it means for players and Steam purchases

For Steam users, the practical takeaway: don’t expect the ReVamp demo anytime soon. Watch the game’s Steam page and the studio’s official channels for a new date if one is announced.

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Quick recap

• Waiting for the ReVamp demo? Not yet. The playtest is postponed and no new date has been announced.
• Where to follow? The ReVamp Steam page and Digital Sun Games’ official channels.
• Paying for Steam from a restricted country? Check whether the platform accepts your card; if declined, use a virtual card with a balance in the right currency.

FAQ

When will the ReVamp demo be out?

No date has been announced. The public playtest is postponed; follow the studio’s updates.

Can I buy ReVamp on Steam now?

At the time of the news, the game hadn’t launched; only a playtest was planned. Check the Steam page for current status.

Why are the developers worried about AI?

They fear that public demo materials could be used to create a similar product before release.

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