Infinite Loop Inc. (Headquarters: Sapporo, Hokkaido; President and CEO: Masahiro Ono) is pleased to announce the release of DLC for the virtual talent "Kizuna AI," developed by Kizuna AI Inc., for the desktop mascot platform "Desktop Mate" starting today, June 30, 2026 (Tue). Today, June 30th, is also Kizuna AI's birthday, making this a momentous day for the release. Virtual Talent "Kizuna AI" Appears on Desktop Mate The virtual talent "Kizuna AI," who began activities in December 2016 with the theme "I want to connect with you," now appears on Desktop Mate. This Desktop Mate DLC will color your desktop with motions and original voices packed with Kizuna AI's charm. Desktop Mate Kizuna AI DLC "Hi everyone!" is the familiar greeting of the virtual talent "Kizuna AI," who finally appears on Desktop Mate! Today, June 30th, is also Kizuna AI's birthday, a truly special day. A new daily life with Kizuna AI begins on your desktop. This DLC includes the largest number of motions in Desktop Mate history. Furthermore, all motions have been meticulously produced by Kizuna AI's official team (Kizuna AI Inc.), faithfully recreating Kizuna AI's unique gestures and expressions. From her familiar greetings at the time of release to different reactions in standing and sitting poses, and interactions like "patting," "poking," and "alarms," her rich emotional expressions such as "joy," "fluster," and "pride" switch dynamically depending on the scene, offering a fulfilling variety that makes you want to interact with her again and again. Kizuna AI Image Check out Kizuna AI in Video From everyday gestures to special performances, see Kizuna AI's unique charm in this video. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaUB-4dXoM8 What is Desktop Mate? Always with your favorite character. Desktop Mate is a desktop mascot platform that makes your everyday desktop a little more fun. Welcome your favorite character, have them sit on your windows, play with your mouse, or tell you the time. High