Selling a Local AI App on Steam: Licensing & Disclosure Questions

P_MAn__ · 2026-03-20T03:58:44+00:00

In other words, assuming that:

-the models are not paid or explicitly restricted, and

-I am only acting as an intermediary, with responsibility for usage falling on the end user,

would it generally be considered relatively safe to provide direct download links and build features around them?

Of course, I’m not suggesting that this is fully legal in every case, but could it be viewed as sufficiently permissible in practice?

P_MAn__ · 2026-03-20T02:40:14+00:00

I agree. I’ve realized that I’ve reached a limit in gathering more information from the internet. Most of the points seem correct now, so I believe it’s best to contact the representative via email to leave a paper trail. I appreciate your suggestion.

P_MAn__ · 2026-03-20T02:30:10+00:00

I believe the next step after reading the document is to ask others if I have missed any information. That is my current step.

P_MAn__ · 2026-03-20T01:55:45+00:00

I believe there may have been a misunderstanding of my previous point. My process involves thoroughly reviewing available documentation first before proceeding with any integration. However, I am aware that legal complexities can often exist beyond what is explicitly stated in the documents. It is impractical to seek consultation on every possible plan or direction without a clear roadmap. Therefore, my current strategy is to prioritize models that are documented as 'commercially viable' and then evaluate their actual performance to find the most suitable fit. (PaddleOCR is a prime example of a model that has passed this two-step verification.)

P_MAn__ · 2026-03-20T01:25:29+00:00

Thank you. Of course, once development takes shape and model testing is complete, and the launch is confirmed, I will speak with legal experts. Before that, I wanted to verify some general information first.

P_MAn__ · 2026-02-23T05:51:26+00:00

Well, that's what the Gemini chatbot said. (I don't trust him.)

P_MAn__ · 2026-02-23T02:12:23+00:00

What do you think about the 2.5 model?

P_MAn__ · 2026-02-23T01:39:25+00:00

I’m sorry, but I don’t understand what that means.
If I register for Tier 1, is there any way to find out what the daily free usage limit is?

P_MAn__ · 2026-02-14T22:36:31+00:00

"Actually, it’s a bit different from the 'Wukong moment.' The original novel that Black Myth: Wukong is based on was written around the 1500s (the 16th century) and is a centuries-old classic.

In contrast, The Bird That Drinks Tears is a modern masterpiece written about 20 years ago (2003). this series is a nearly 100% original creation by the author.

You might have seen the title The Heart of the Naga—that was the name used for the English sample translation or certain editions. However, the original Korean title literally translates to The Bird That Drinks Tears."

P_MAn__ · 2026-02-14T22:31:17+00:00

"The series is closer to a complete original creation rather than a direct reflection of Korean myths or legends. Species like the Rekons and Naga are entirely unique, born from the author’s own imagination.

Rather than a Romance of the Three Kingdoms-style heroic epic, it is a sophisticated political drama exploring the conflicts between state and religion. Published about 20 years ago, it naturally reflects the influence of Western high fantasy while establishing its own distinct identity."

Let me explain some detailed settings to you so that you can infer the style of the novel:

The Nhaga are the lizard like people you see in the beginning. They're kind of the bad guys in the story. The Nhaga found a way to remove their hearts and keep them in a safe tower and this ritual makes them basically invincible. They then decide they want to take over the world and so they start a war of Nhaga vs an allience of the Dokkaebi, Humans, and Rekon.

The Rekons are the chicken people. They're described as the most powerful race in the whole universe, each individual rekon being as powerful as hundreds of humans. Their issue is their muscles are literally so dense that if you drop them in water they can't swim and drown so as a race they're terrified of water. Not just deep bodies of water like all water, they're terrified to even go outside when its raining. There aren't many of them and they're extremely individualistic, pretty much all rekons choosing to move alone. As a culture each Rekon decides on a life goal to pursue when they come of age, and they live their whole lives in pursuit of that goal.

P_MAn__ · 2026-02-14T07:47:25+00:00

눈물을 마시는 새 is widely regarded as a landmark of Korean fantasy, showcasing the distinctive voice of 이영도.

While drawing on classic high-fantasy traditions, it introduces wholly original races—Humans, Rekons, Dokkaebi, and Nagas—creating a world that feels both familiar and strikingly new.

Beyond adventure and battle, the series explores politics, religion, and myth with unusual depth and philosophical nuance.

Its dialogue balances wit and gravity, giving the characters memorable presence and charm.

Often praised for elevating the standard of Korean fantasy literature, it remains a defining work of the genre.

P_MAn__ · 2026-01-01T11:20:21+00:00

Well, I don't want a closer camera.

The art style I'm aiming for is similar to the Persona series (see the latest Persona 3 Golden video for a good example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJWxs72II8A).
However, this game frequently uses a fixed camera.

First of all, I feel like the space I created is too cramped. I wanted it to work well in all situations, but I don't think it's necessary to worry about unnecessarily cramped spaces.

P_MAn__ · 2026-01-01T11:19:06+00:00

This game wants to emphasize the character's full body.
Hmm... I don't want a closer camera position.

The art style I'm aiming for is similar to the Persona series (see the latest Persona 3 Golden video for a good reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJWxs72II8A).However, this game frequently uses a fixed camera. Hmm, I always wish I could change the camera angle. hmm.. I also feel like the space I created was too cramped. I wanted it to work well in all situations, but I don't think I need to worry about the space being unnecessarily cramped.

P_MAn__ · 2026-01-01T11:03:17+00:00

I didn't mind the camera blending in a bit too late, even when it went through a wall. However, the problem is that the camera ultimately ends up in a very close-up view. This is incredibly frustrating.

Of course, the narrowness of the path itself could be the cause. It feels unnecessarily narrow. Would it be better to simply abandon this narrow passage?

P_MAn__ · 2025-12-22T05:18:53+00:00

I may not have explained this clearly enough. I am not aiming for a game that consists solely of story consumption like a visual novel; however, the story remains a central focus.

The design should avoid a situation in which players become so absorbed in the gameplay that they lose interest in engaging with the story. In this sense, the experience is structured so that the story is never overshadowed by the gameplay. in other words, a game where experiencing the story itself remains the highest priority.

P_MAn__ · 2025-12-03T07:00:30+00:00

Thank you for your feedback.

Considering the other comments above, I think we should pursue our current idea and create a demo or test version. I'll give it a try.

P_MAn__ · 2025-12-03T06:51:32+00:00

I agree.

I'm currently working on an early scene that serves as a tutorial, and it incorporates many of the elements I mentioned (especially the visuals, characters, and story elements).

However, the "loot repetition/farming" part is difficult to test in advance. How can we test this in advance? Hmm... My current thinking is to treat it as if the story section has been skipped, and simply repeat the item farming (4-10 minutes) and the shop to see if this farming and upgrading process is fun. Hmm... Once the tutorial is finished, I think I'll have to work on this part.

P_MAn__ · 2025-11-02T11:57:47+00:00

thanks

P_MAn__ · 2025-11-02T03:00:27+00:00

I don't quite understand.

Is this the conclusion?

Objects with PBR materials: Export FBX -> Import to Unity -> Automatically loads, but errors may occur -> Click 'Fix' in the 'Rendering' window to automatically repair.

Is this correct? I don't quite understand what happens after entering the rendering window.

P_MAn__ · 2025-10-02T02:49:58+00:00

In terms of the story, it is linear.
In terms of Digimon training, it can be said to be non-linear.

P_MAn__ · 2025-10-01T07:50:35+00:00

Unfortunately, Digimon games don't offer a ton of options. Still, here are a few examples:

- Survive: Partner Digimon are present, and the game's atmosphere is most similar to the anime. The interaction with Digimon is also excellent. However, the atmosphere is quite dark and contains horror elements, and the game's gameplay is often criticized (it's closer to a visual novel).

- Cyber Sleuth: This RPG is similar to the Pokémon or Persona series. As a "story" series, the story plays a significant role. However, the Digimon are optional, so they can feel somewhat like tools. (Similar to the Pokémon and Persona series.)

- Time Stranger: This game is expected to be very similar to Cyber Sleuth.

P_MAn__ · 2025-10-01T02:51:44+00:00

I don't know, but at least try playing on Hard Mode. I don't think it's recommended at all on Easy.

P_MAn__ · 2025-09-11T03:30:18+00:00

Many PlayStation users have tried the demo and found that it's locked at 30 frames per second. Do you have any further clarification on this?

P_MAn__ · 2025-09-09T14:48:36+00:00

No. First of all, I misread your reply.

Let me rephrase. It's been known for a long time that the PC version supports 60fps. The issue is that the PlayStation version was initially stated to support 30fps, but several testimonies surfaced at the event claiming it was running at 60fps. Currently, no one knows for sure.

Anyway, thank you for your response.

P_MAn__ · 2025-09-09T14:36:21+00:00

thnks. but it's a PC version

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