Clones

Clones is an adventure-RPG hybrid with strategy and casual elements, released on PC in 2010. Recent coverage has highlighted a troubling trend affecting indie developers: AI-generated clones of popular indie games are proliferating across digital platforms, undercutting originals before they can establish themselves. The phenomenon extends beyond mere imitation - unauthorized copies of successful indie titles like Meccha Chameleon have accumulated significant player bases on platforms like Roblox, sometimes surpassing the original games in active users within weeks of launch. These free clones, bolstered by minimal development overhead, represent a growing challenge for independent creators trying to recoup development costs and build sustainable audiences for their work.