Desktop Mate

[MagicalMiku]

Desktop Mate

Desktop Mate is a next-generation desktop mascot platform that brings cute characters to your computer. They can sit on top of windows, jump between windows, or play with the mouse. It is as if they are really there, giving you a new experience of interaction.

- Product name: Desktop Mate
- Developer: infiniteloop Co.,Ltd.
- Release Date: January 7th, 2025
- Price: Free (Hatsune Miku: 2,200 yen including tax)
- Supported OS: Windows 10/11
- Supported languages: Japanese, English
- Genre: Free To Play, Animation & Modeling, Utilities
- Distribution platform: Steam

What is Desktop Mate?
Desktop Mate is a next-generation desktop mascot platform that brings cute characters to your computer. Using the latest 3D technology, the characters move freely around your desktop, providing an experience that makes you feel as if they are really there.

Platform Features
Desktop Mate is designed as a highly expandable platform to which various characters can be added. The basic software is available for free, and you can purchase additional characters of your choice to create your own personalized desktop environment.

Interacting with the characters
The characters can move around freely on the desktop, sitting on windows, jumping between windows, etc. - They can play with the mouse, follow the cursor with their hands, and show adorable reactions - They can be linked to the alarm function, allowing you to keep track of time while having fun!

Character lineup
Aiel-tan (free of charge), the official image character of Infinite Loop, appears as the basic character of Desktop Mate. She supports your work and study. In conjunction with the alarm function, you can enjoy time management more.

Miku Hatsune (2,200 yen including tax)
The world's most popular virtual singer is now available as an additional character in the first release! Enjoy an unprecedented new experience with Miku on your desktop.

Future Development
New characters will be added to Desktop Mate in the future. Desktop Mate will continue to evolve as a platform with new ways to interact with the characters and the addition of useful functions.

Points of Interest
Beautiful graphics and natural movements with the latest 3D technology ・Various interactions with characters ・Practical alarm functions ・Basic characters that can be used for free ・Expandability with additional characters ・Desktop fun ・Please welcome your new friends to your desktop!

official video:

Questions & Answers (translated from the official website):

- Will it run on my computer? What are the system requirements?
Windows 10 64bit or Windows 11 64bit is required.
A GPU or a CPU with a built-in GPU is required. For detailed requirements, please see the "System Requirements" section on the Steam page.
"Aiel-tan" is available for free, so please check here to make sure it works properly before purchasing additional characters.

- The characters don't speak.
"Aiel-tan" and DLC: Hatsune Miku" do not feature character voices.
Some characters that will be released in the future are planned to be equipped with voices, so please look forward to them.

- Is there a Mac version?
Currently, only the Windows version is available. We are considering developing a Mac version, so please look forward to it.

- Can I use it for streaming?
The default character "Aiel-tan" can be used for streaming without any restrictions.
Other than that, the terms of use vary for each character. For example, Hatsune Miku must be used in accordance with the "Piapro Character License."

- How can I report a bug?
Thank you. Please check the "Forum" for known bugs and then contact us via the "Contact Us" page.

official website:

DesktopMate(デスクトップメイト)infiniteloop

DesktopMate(デスクトップメイト)は、PC操作のお供にデスクトップを動き回るキャラクターをお届けするマスコットアプリです。

www.infiniteloop.co.jp

Steam product page:

 

[mobius017]

I don't know if I'll get this, but I do love the idea.

 

[MagicalMiku]

It's very well done, especially the tracking movement with your mouse cursor the animations are so cute, the interface is easy to use and you can install the base software since is free

 

[Palamon]

This looks too distracting, I'll pass.

 

[MagicalMiku]

review from Gigazine (japanese website magazine that offers some english-translated articles):(●'◡'●)

A review of the 'Desktop Mate' application that allows you to summon characters such as Hatsune Miku into your PC, lying on the taskbar, playing with the mouse pointer, and other various movements are good

Desktop Mate , an app that lets you summon 3D characters to your desktop and enjoy their reactions, was released on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Desktop Mate allows you to place characters such as Hatsune Miku on the taskbar, the title bar of a window, or the edge of the screen, and the...

gigazine.net

 

[InstallGentoo]

I have a screen that's 2 monitors of a tablet underneath and a taskbar that's hidden on the side of my screen. I want her to sit on the bottom border of my top screen. like she does on those windows and taskbar. also I sen her laying down on a PV, but I don't know how to make her do that.

 

[MagicalMiku]

for the 2 monitors setup, I think you should put the taskbar on the bottom of the screen and not on the side, also for the software is better to show the taskbar and not have it hidden
for laying down, you have to grab her with the mouse (keep left mouse button pressed) on the taskbar, or you can wait a little, because there are various poses and movements, especially if you have some windows opened. Also, for laying down (and the cute appearance on the side of the monitor) is better to have her in a small/medium size（*＾-＾*）

bonus video (Aiel-tan cover of Miku song HappyCoaster performed live during Miku Land)

 

[MagicalMiku]

InfiniteLoop and VR Chat collaboration limited event for Snow Miku 2025 at JR Tower Sapporo in February