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Microsoft Withdraws DMCA, Allumeria Returns to Steam!

2/11/2026

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Microsoft issued a DMCA takedown against the game Allumeria, citing copyright infringement due to similarities in screenshots.
Developer Unomelon raised concerns that the takedown may have resulted from an automated system called TracerAI.
Microsoft withdrew the DMCA claim on February 11, 2026, allowing Allumeria to return to Steam without a counterclaim.
Unomelon celebrated the decision as the best outcome, with the game currently in early access and a full release planned for later in 2026.

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Microsoft issued a DMCA takedown against the game Allumeria, citing copyright infringement due to similarities in screenshots.
Developer Unomelon raised concerns that the takedown may have resulted from an automated system called TracerAI.
Microsoft withdrew the DMCA claim on February 11, 2026, allowing Allumeria to return to Steam without a counterclaim.
Unomelon celebrated the decision as the best outcome, with the game currently in early access and a full release planned for later in 2026.