Machine Child

Released Apr 2026

Machine Child is a nurturing simulation by renowned illustrator Ooyari Ashito. Raise a daughter in a charming town and guide her through heartwarming moments. Journey with her on adventures and create unforgettable memories. Choices matter, her future is yours to shape.

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $19.99

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Evaluation

Machine Child launched on April 7, 2026 as a complete girl-raising simulation featuring 700+ story events, 22 unique endings across three daughters, seasonal memory illustrations, and outfit customization. The store description presents a fully realized package with no mention of planned expansions, season passes, or future content — and no DLC has been listed on the store at any point. Post-launch, the developer shipped a hotfix on April 8, 2026 (a game freeze in Chinese mode), a bug-fix patch on April 24, 2026 (ultra-wide monitor support and achievement corrections), and a content update on June 23, 2026 (version 1.08.042) that added an ending-viewing gallery feature, English typo corrections, Chinese UI fixes, and Steam trading cards. That update ends with "We will continue to update the game and improve the experience," but this is a general support statement — no specific new content, DLC, or roadmap has been announced. The system previously noted the game was still within its early post-launch window as a reason for uncertainty. As of October 8, 2026 — six months past launch — the picture is clearer: the developer has released one minor quality-of-life update and several bug fixes, with no announcements of additional content. The game was released as a complete package, has no unreleased DLC on the store, and there are no developer statements pointing to further content. This is consistent with a finished product receiving routine maintenance support.

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Launch announcement for April 7, 2026 — presents the game as a complete package with 3 daughters, 700+ events, and 22 endings

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Store description presents a fully realized product with no mention of planned expansions, DLC, or future content additions

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Developer

SYOJO KISHIDAN

Publisher

JAST

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

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Steam Deck

Unsupported

Players

Single-player

Cute Life Sim 2D Multiple Endings Fantasy Simulation Choices Matter Strategy Anime Funny Resource Management Dialogue Heavy Dating Sim Adventure Casual

About this game

In Machine Child, a girl-raising sim crafted by renowned illustrator Ooyari Ashito, you are entrusted with raising a young girl in a quaint town of Maldia. Will you succeed in guiding her to happiness?

A DAUGHTER. A TOWN. A FUTURE IN YOUR HANDS.

Your daughter's life unfolds through 700+ story events such as little adventures, parties among nobles, and even crossing paths with otherworldly beings. Her journey can unfold into 22 unique endings.

WHO WILL YOU CHOOSE?

A gentle and straightforward girl, embodying all that is feminine

A slightly cheeky and overconfident girl, but kind at heart

A young lady full of maternal warmth and with a gentle personality

DRESS HER UP & EARN HER AFFECTION
Choose from a wide range of outfits unlocked through boutiques and story events, and dress your daughter to reflect the path she is taking. As your bond grows, her responses will change to reflect her affection for you.

MARK THE SEASONS WITH MEMORIES

Seasonal trips unlock unique illustrations that commemorate the moments you share. Each daughter has five scenes for Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, and a Special CGs that captures the memories you create together.

FATE REVEALS ITSELF

Collect Inspiration to draw Tarot cards, each shaping your daughter’s path in different ways. Experience 22 Arcana-inspired endings, her future may unfold into something tender and fulfilling or take an unexpected turn.

YOUR DECISIONS DEFINE HER EXPERIENCE
Whether she’s learning new skills, chasing town rumors, browsing the shop, or balancing study with leisure, your choices shape who she becomes. Her destiny is chosen by you, what will it be?

Last evaluated Oct 8, 2026