The Development Story Behind MiSide

The Birth of MiSide

AIHASTO, a two-person indie development team from Russia, created MiSide through a unique fusion of ideas. MakenCat, responsible for programming, animation, sound effects, and scene design, wanted to create a game blending romance with horror. Meanwhile, Umeerai, handling textures and model creation, envisioned a virtual pet game that gradually revealed disturbing content.

Development Challenges

The journey wasn't without obstacles. Financial constraints nearly led to the project's abandonment, but the overwhelming positive response to the demo version encouraged the team to persevere. This support proved crucial, as MiSide went on to achieve remarkable success, garnering over 10,000 Steam reviews with a 98% positive rating within its first week.

Voice Acting and Localization

The game features professional voice acting in both Japanese and Russian. Japanese voice actress Kana Hanaiwa brings Mita to life, while the Russian version is performed by the Dream Cast team. This attention to quality voice acting has significantly contributed to the game's immersive experience.

"MiSide represents a perfect blend of romance simulation and psychological horror, creating an experience that keeps players on the edge of their seats while questioning the nature of virtual relationships."

Future Development

Following MiSide's success, AIHASTO continues to support the game with updates and improvements. The team's commitment to their vision and the strong community backing have transformed what began as a modest indie project into one of 2024's most surprising gaming successes.

AIHASTO's Development Journey

Before MiSide's breakthrough success, AIHASTO spent years honing their craft through various indie game projects. Each title contributed to their growing expertise in narrative design and atmospheric storytelling.

"Each project taught us something new about game development. The challenges we faced and overcame in our previous games were crucial in shaping MiSide's success."