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Ariane

@arianeb.com
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Visual novelist, 3D graphics artist, and solo indie game developer. Runs Date Ariane Games, and arianeb.com and dateariane patreon. Loves video games, any kind of art, photography, science, and history.

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Ariane @arianeb.com · 10/10/2026
I recently updated the pictures that are in my old / new map of Ariane’s Dating Sim (2004) to Date Ariane Remastered 2 (2026). I mostly used pictures I used before, but a handful of pictures never made it to “Picture of the Week” status. See older versions at arianeb.com/wiki/date-ar...
Ariane buying beer at a conveniemce store run by her friend Jesse.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 03/10/2026
I recently updated the pictures that are in my old / new map of Ariane's Dating Sim (2004) to Date Ariane Remastered 2 (2026). I mostly used pictures I used before, but a handful of pictures I never posted. See the old vs. new gallery at arianeb.com/wiki/date-ar...
Ariane at the beginning of the game
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 24/09/2026
I’m seriously considering updating Something’s In The Air Redux, the middle chapter of the Date Ariane trilogy, to Daz like I already did with Date Ariane Remastered and Ariane in Paradise. So I have been toying around with the characters I need. #visualnovel #3Dart
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 07/09/2026
This past week DLSS5 got leaked and hackers turned it into a ReShade plugin that could be used by any decent gaming computer including AMD. I some how got it working on Date Ariane 2, and it makes me look like Aubrey Plaza.
Two images of the cover of Date Ariane Remastered 2.0 one under native Open GL on the right, one on DLSS5 on the left.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 04/09/2026
Maybe ChatGPT forgot their Ritalin this morning.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 30/08/2026
The game version of Ariane is a Genesis 8.1 model. This is a Genesis 9 HD conversion showing pores, folds in the lips, individual hairs in eyebrows and lashes. It was an attempt to see how realistic I could get.
The game version of Ariane is a Genesis 8.1 model. This is a Genesis 9 HD conversion showing pores, folds in the lips, individual hairs in eyebrows and lashes. It was an attempt to see how realistic I could get.

The truth is a render this detailed starts pushing into the uncanny valley, and it also gives my graphics card a real workout. Pictures this realistic are going to be rare.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 27/08/2026
The AI companies/hyperscalers are betting trillions on AGI that eventually AI will exceed human intelligence, start reprogramming itself recursively, and put humans in danger by not needing them. Sorry, that's not happening, EVER! Here's why: arianeb.com/2026/08/26/w...
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Why I am not afraid of the “singularity”: It will never ever happen!!
The primary story I hear about AI from the Silicon Valley cult, is that eventually AI will exceed human intelligence, start reprogramming itself recursively, and put humans in danger by not needing…
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 23/08/2026
Another promo picture for Date Ariane Remastered that I haven't featured yet. arianeb.com/date-ariane-... #3dart
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 11/08/2026
This is a Date Ariane Remastered game promo pic featuring Ariane in the middle and the two representatives of the player character depending if you play male (left) or female (right). I'm not the first to offer a choice of genders for visual novels, but I liked the idea enough to make it a thing.
This is a Date Ariane Remastered game promo pic featuring Ariane in the middle and the two representatives of the player character depending if you play male (left) or female (right).
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 03/08/2026
A promo pic for Strip Crazy Eights 2.0 available at arianeb.itch.io/strip-crazy-... This time with an end game.
Left to right: Rachel from Ariane in Paradise, Relay from Dating in a World on Fire, and Ariane from Date Ariane Remastered.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 26/07/2026
Ariane at the lake at daytime. Been too long since I posted a new picture. #3dart
Ariane at the lake at daytime. A bonus picture associated with Date Ariane, but not part of the game, since the game is set at night.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 04/07/2026
Wanted to make something patriotic for America's 250th anniversary, ended up more satirical instead. Oh well, Happy 250th America.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 01/07/2026
This is a picture I made 10 years ago. It seems to be the last time I did a 4th of July image. Ah 2016, the summer of Pokemon Go, and probably the last true year of liberal democracy. Then in the UK Brexit happened, and in the US Trump got elected, and it's been downhill since.
Ariane and Rachel celebrate the 4th of July in 2016.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 24/06/2026
After 5 years, a new Daz Rendered edition of Strip Crazy Eights is now available For Free! (adware supported) Strip Crazy Eights is an addictive, age restricted, fast paced card game (typically two to five minutes) involving trying to get your opponents naked. www.patreon.com/dateariane/p...
Rachel, Relay, and Ariane celebrate with post game fun
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 17/06/2026
Before this becomes Picture of the Month, I should do a new post. I am currently working on an update to my 2021 short game "Strip Crazy Eights". When I release it later this month, it will be a free game on arianeb.itch.io and on datearianegames.com
The contestants are Ariane from Date Ariane Remasted 2.0, the new Rachel from Ariane in Paradise 2.1, and Relay from a forthcoming game called Dating in a World on Fire available on patreon.com/dateariane.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 28/05/2026
This is Relay, I've introduced her before, but she's the subject of my next visual novel. She will also be appearing in my next game with Ariane and Rachel. Details coming soon.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 05/05/2026
Ariane nude overlooking downtown. Last of the “Promo” pics I have to share, is a glance at Ariane’s backside.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 28/04/2026
Another Rebecca and Ariane pic. This time Ariane's in a black dress. arianeb.com/date-ariane-...
Another Rebecca and Ariane pic. This time Ariane's in a black dress.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 19/04/2026
Ariane meets Rebecca again in a Lingerie Store with a picture of Rachel on the wall. arianeb.com/date-ariane-...
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 11/04/2026
Lately I've been using 8.1 models, I previously used 4.2. The player characters are actually 9. While 9 can be extremely detailed, the HD 9s are memory hogs so rendering is slower. 8.1 is the most popular for visual novels at the moment.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 11/04/2026
Ariane and her friend Rebecca talking at the front door. From the visual novel Date Ariane Remastered 2.0 arianeb.com/date-ariane-...
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 03/04/2026
Ariane makes a funny face. arianeb.com/date-ariane-... #visualnovel
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 02/04/2026
At some point they are finally going to have to eliminate that 9/10 at the end so they can add a 1 to the front of the price.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 30/03/2026
I'm in this video and, well... Cool! www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8QA...
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10 Great Games Made By Women
YouTube video by Sex Positive Gaming
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 28/03/2026
Shopping with Ariane from Date Ariane Remastered 2.0 arianeb.com/2026/01/31/d...
Ariane coming out of a clothing store with a bag.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 20/03/2026
Ariane tries to pole dance. Another scene from Date Ariane Remastered 2.0 arianeb.com/2026-picture... #visualnovel
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 13/03/2026
Swimming in the community pool behind Ariane's house. Did you know Date Ariane 2.0 is now on Android on itch? arianeb.itch.io/date-ariane-...
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 06/03/2026
Yes, it's a little dark, but you try taking a picture on a beautiful moonlit beach. From Date Ariane Remastered 2.0 arianeb.com/2026/01/31/d... #3Dart #visualnovel
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 06/03/2026
The California state legislature and that asshole Gavin Newsom signed assembly bill 1043 which was a bill written by Big Tech with zero protection for people and their privacy.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 28/02/2026
Taking a Late Night Boat Trip in Date Ariane 2.0 More info here: arianeb.com/2026/01/31/d...
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 23/02/2026
Wasn't sure I could make my game into an Android app, but I had so many requests I at least had to try. Somehow it worked. #visualnovel www.patreon.com/posts/date-a...
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 22/02/2026
Same thing happened in the UK because of "brexit" just before it became official. Lots of London companies moved to Dublin.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 21/02/2026
Ariane sees “Girl with a shiny metal ball hovering below her ear” Part of Date Ariane 2.0 arianeb.com/2026/01/31/d...
Ariane sees “Girl with a shiny metal ball hovering below her ear” Part of Date Ariane 2.0
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 14/02/2026
Do you have a date for Valentines Day? - Of course, it's February 14th. Date Ariane 2.0 Now Available arianeb.com/2026/01/31/d... #datingsim #visualnovel
Ariane parking her Jeep Wrangler on a scenic view of Phoenix Arizona at night.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 07/02/2026
Playing a board game with Ariane, one of many activities on Date Ariane 2.0. More info at arianeb.com/2026/01/31/d...
Ariane playing a board game
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 06/02/2026
Thanks. Very rare bug, and is an easy fix. Next time I do an update it will be fixed.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 31/01/2026
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 23/01/2026
I'm planning on releasing the Date Ariane 2.0 update in early February. Demo is available on my itch game page arianeb.itch.io/date-ariane-...
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 15/01/2026
The wide release of the update will become available soon. I’ve finished all the picture updates and working on the code, new trailers, and a new demo. The game has changed quite a bit since the 1.5 update, and I’m looking forward to showing it to you. #visualnovel
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 20/12/2025
Been thinking about what has become my annual AI blog post. I think it turned out OK. Thank Oolon Colluphid for the headline idea. arianeb.com/2025/12/20/2...
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2025: Where AI Went Wrong
Time magazine announced “The Architects of AI” as the person of the year. I had to laugh. Yes, these tech bro fools were one of the most influential in making headlines this past year. …
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 09/12/2025
My holiday picture for 2025. More info at www.patreon.com/posts/2025-h... (free post)
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 05/12/2025
Another weekly pic from my Date Ariane Remastered Again. This week playing Basketball. #3dart
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 29/11/2025
My updated Date Ariane 2.0 preview continues with something in the bedroom. #visualnovel #3Dart
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 21/11/2025
Another picture of Ariane drinking, this time at a bar.
Another picture of Ariane drinking, this time at a bar. This is the new version of Lizzards Lounge
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 13/11/2025
Ariane has a friend named Rebecca that gets invited over for drinks. I redesigned her too. #3Dart #visualnovel
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 05/11/2025
From Date Ariane 2. Ariane enjoying a soak in the hot tub. #3Dart #visualnovel This is what Date Ariane Remastered will become on it's 2.0 update early 2026.
Ariane enjoying a soak in the hot tub.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 30/10/2025
From Date Ariane 2. Eating at the Drive-N-Dine. Making a new version was a bit of building new sets for Daz Studio and converting old sets for Daz. The Daz rendered images look a lot better.
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 28/10/2025
"Whispers From The Star" is from what I can tell the first AI driven Visual Novel. Not written or illustrated by AI, but the main character is literally an AI chatbot. I watched several people play the game, here's my impression. arianeb.com/2025/10/28/t...
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The First “AI” Visual Novel shows the flaws in the concept
Being in the Visual Novel development community, quite a few have wondered if it would be possible to integrate AI into a visual novel game. Instead of choices to choose from, an AI engine would be…
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 23/10/2025
Date Ariane Remastered 2.0 update of the week (Yes that name is too long and redundant) #3dart #visualnovel
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Ariane @arianeb.com · 16/10/2025
This weeks update picture: Standing in a park.
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