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I apologize to everyone who is disappointed in hearing about these news, and of me. I should've stopped long ago, as I've poured 10 years into this work. I hope that through these actions, the Archives and the community will be spared of any issues moving forward. Signed, Adrot (16 August 2026)

"Given how against AI I've been and how I changed some parts that got merged in, I consider AI to have no influence on the tool." In Kyle's Briefcase, I will share sprites and models that are at usable formats, but unmodified, for added credibility of no AI use.

Not only that, any code that was obtained with AI and introduced into KyleHyde, was replaced with code from the dev, jas2o, in 2023. In the words of the developer himself:

My journal never had any information obtained with AI, only confessions about using it. If there is a need to do so, these details of the Journal will also be erased.

These scripts were used on the interval from 2025-2026. Those who already read my Journals, also know that I used an LLM in 2023 to try to find clues about Last Window's Debug Menu, but thankfully nothing came out of it.

…contact me) • Checks of integrity (md5 audits) • Make a tree TXT • Check what colors are suitable for a sprite sheet background (Only the user chooses which to apply, themselves) • Re-export GIFs and APNGs in batch because of an incident.

• Convert a 3D model format (GLTF) to the other safely (DAE) since vertex colors get removed on Blender and I don't know why (I tried other tools and none seemed to work, if anyone know how to preserve vertex colors in Color Attribute nodes when exporting Melonripper please…

• Resolve conflicts between textures when adding multiple Melonripper models in one model because all use the same naming scheme

Games where they were used: Hotel Dusk, Last Window (Game Data only). Scripts used: • Crop images • Crop out bad details • Merge images • Export two formats in batch to PNG which we already knew how to do without AI (BPG, EBP)

Moving forward, I will export game data / datamine without any use of LLMs, after which I will erase any game data touched by LLMs from Red Crown Archives. If any LLM-aided research was recorded, it will be erased. The folders confirmed to not have AI will have a checkmark (✓).

…natural resources like drinkable water without much distinction. I have removed any and all LLM scripts from my workflow and will not use them anymore.

I have been informed on the negatives of AI / LLMs (Large Language Models like ChatGPT and Claude, generative AI) regarding the fact that it steals code, research, creates isolation compared to researching through the community, as well as the fact that at it already steals…

Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Disclosure of use of AI / LLM tools and plans for complete removal of AI contributions (Red Crown Archives) agameminer.wordpress.com/2026/08/17/d...

I have been informed on the negatives of AI / LLMs (Large Language Models like ChatGPT and Claude, generative AI) regarding the fact that it steals code, research, creates isolation compared to researching through the community, as well as the fact that at it already steals natural resources like drinkable water without much distinction.
I have removed any and all LLM scripts from my workflow and will not use them anymore. Moving forward, I will export game data / datamine without any use of LLMs, after which I will erase any game data touched by LLMs from Red Crown Archives. If any LLM-aided research was recorded, it will be erased. The folders confirmed to not have AI will have a checkmark (✓).
Games where they were used: Hotel Dusk, Last Window (Game Data only).
Scripts used:
• Crop images
• Crop out bad details
• Merge images
• Export two formats in batch to PNG which we already knew how to do without AI (BPG, EBP)
• Resolve conflicts between textures when adding multiple Melonripper models in one model because all use the same naming scheme
• Convert a 3D model format (GLTF) to the other safely (DAE) since vertex colors get removed on Blender and I don't know why (I tried other tools and none seemed to work, if anyone know how to preserve vertex colors in Color Attribute nodes when exporting Melonripper please contact me)
• Checks of integrity (md5 audits)
• Make a tree TXT
• Check what colors are suitable for a sprite sheet background (Only the user chooses which to apply, themselves)
• Re-export GIFs and APNGs in batch because of an incident.
These scripts were used on the interval from 2025-2026.
Those who already read my Journals, also know that I used an LLM in 2023 to try to find clues about Last Window's Debug Menu, but thankfully nothing came out of it.

My journal never had any information obtained with AI, only confessions about using it.
If there is a need to do so, these details of the Journal will also be erased.
Not only that, any code that was obtained with AI and introduced into KyleHyde, was replaced with code from the dev, jas2o, in 2023. In the words of the developer himself:
"Given how against AI I've been and how I changed some parts that got merged in, I consider AI to have no influence on the tool."
In Kyle's Briefcase, I will share sprites and models that are at usable formats, but unmodified, for added credibility of no AI use.
I apologize to everyone who is disappointed in hearing about these news, and of me. I should've stopped long ago, as I've poured 10 years into this work.
I hope that through these actions, the Archives and the community will be spared of any issues moving forward.
Signed,
Adrot (16 August 2026)

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It's crazy how Simple DS Series, which starts with Mahjong, goes as far as bomb squad ADV.

Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Sorry, I usually work with games I'm invested in, and my list is full.

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Show me a cool physical game

Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Taisuke Kanasakiiiii por que te fuisteeee

Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

For those of you who liked the N64 styled indie metroidvania, Pseudoregalia is now on Models Resource! Sybil looks very cool. Her weapon's aura was the hardest thing to approximate + the weapon syncing with the animations, both in GLTF and DAE. Link: models.spriters-resource.com/pc_computer/...

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Pseudoregalia - PC / Computer

Pseudoregalia - PC / Computer - Archiving and preserving video game media since 2003!

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The Spriters Resource @spriters-resource.com · 27/06/2026

Our merch store is now open! This is our first time launching anything of this kind. There are t-shirts and stickers available, and your purchase will help support the Spriters Resource sites! merch.spriters-resource.com We hope that you'll enjoy showing off your cool tSR shirts in the wild!

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The Spriters Resource Merch

Official Spriters Resource merch!

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Tidbits from the book: - JP gameplay shows Richard's American surname in the environment. - Dialogue reveals how Michael Crusoe was found. - JP Chapter 8 references the DS puzzle that was teasing the sequel: TOYOUOF16YEARS

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

🧵Happy EU birthday, Another Code: R! We got the game's guidebook scans by fellow archivist @bblm2.bsky.social! Link: buff.ly/mgnH1XX Thanks to everyone who supports our efforts to archive Cing physical media! Donate: buff.ly/oTiUFWY #anothercode #anothercoderecollection

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

They can be added into the site by anyone, even you! (If you really want to). All it takes is the willingness to go out there and learn how to do it.

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Dazz - Spriters Resource & DYKG @dazz.spriters-resource.com · 21/06/2026

Let's change our 23 year old name, domain name and brand because kids have no capability of reading.

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Epic Games forbids Spriters Resource from adding Fortnite content. Then they add Fortnite "Sprites" (some stat boost gimmick), and creates a trickle of confused users in The Spriters Resource Discord server, that are looking to trade these "Sprites" and stuff. Masterful gambit, Epic.

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

The 3D Locations of Hotel Dusk are now available at Models Resource! I've done it! You can use your modern smartphone or PC to zoom into a location, and look inside. models.spriters-resource.com/ds_dsi/hotel... #hoteldusk #wishroom #ウィッシュルーム

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

I DID IT! I SUBMITTED THE FIRST HOTEL DUSK MAP YEARS AGO AND GOT REJECTIONS (BLAME BLENDER FOR GASLIGHTING ME ON EXPORTS), BUT NOW THE BAR + ITS EXAMINATION AREAS ARE APPROVED AT THE MODELS RESOURCE! THAT MEANS THE REST CAN BE SUBMITTED TOO! I'M SO HAPPY! models.spriters-resource.com/ds_dsi/hotel...

A 3D preview of the Bar from Hotel Dusk. Anyone that uses a PC or smartphone can preview the model. It is recommended to zoom in, either with the scroll wheel or with multitouch, to look inside the rooms.

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„Hopel Dusk's” God, I'm tired.

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I apologize. It is amateurish of me that I didn't know that some sprites were actually unused, or that some folders had the wrong character animation, or wrong sprite. I am doing mostly solo work with the sprites, and I work on them evey time I am free, but its repetitive nature can invite mistakes.

Red Crown Archives now has FIXED all of its Animated PNGs across the Kyle Hyde Saga´s characters and Events, and are now set at 7.52 FPS, making them the exact speed as the game's 7.5FPS! Take that, GIF! Hopel Dusk's Opening's structure has also been altered for ease of use.

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YOOOOO Sinners of The System! I remember looking forward to seeing that one for months without news.

It seems that Cing will not let me go just yet...

Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

That part in NFS The Run's music where u gotta lock in

Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Game: Pseudoregalia The greatest tragedy on earth, is not only how short it is, but that we need many more games like it.

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

This song fits the game so well, wow Song: youtube.com/watch?v=hMO7...

The Spriters Resource @spriters-resource.com · 28/03/2026

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We've already had a few people discover our Spriters Toolkit and contact us to let us know that we've saved them from buying dedicated software to achieve the same results for $25 each! tools.spriters-resource.com We want to continue to improve these tools & save people time, energy and money.

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The Spriters Toolkit

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The Spriters Resource @spriters-resource.com · 10/04/2026

Just had some stock arrived for Debug Games Festival in 2 weeks - would you buy a Spriters Resource shirt or tote? We opted for eco-friendly inks and base stock from a great local printer - no current plans to sell online, but if there is demand...

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

I know folks want more, cause Hotel Dusk feels very close to complete, but I really wanna work on something else right now, so I'll put this on the side and work on FEZ. My passion has been rekindled for that game... I'll leave you with an extra little teaser, Another Code / Trace Memory fans...

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Red Crown Archives Update! April 2026 Access the Archives here: buff.ly/EBYy9HK Check the images for full changelog. NEW: Again (Magazines) Another Code Series (3D Models galore + Guidebook!) Cing (Magazines+News) Glass Rose (Lotta magazines!) Hotel Dusk + Last Window (Magazines + Sprite fixes)

Bowl of Lentils @bowloflentils.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

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All the characters in Hotel Dusk and Last Window are rotoscoped based on performances done by various models. Below are a few of the confirmed models that played the cast of Last Window, many of which came from the Avocado modeling agency. (1/2)

Pictures of various models and the characters they portray in Last Window.

Charles Jeunet: Dario Baergamini
Frank Raver: Dick Cropp
Rachel: Elena Takenouchi
Margaret Patrice: Cynthia Cheston

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Adrot @adrot.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

The reason was due to complications in making the RAS bracelet move with / join Ashley's rig. I had no idea on how to fix that. Moreover, the bracelet has lots of floating glowing words as textures.