{"rewrite":{"id":"r_2dc075c30e6bc918f8681d36","clusterId":"c_a7ad44afd578c4923c6a3200","slug":"meccha-camouflage-creator-warns-of-fake-accounts-update-adds-map-randomization","model":"deepseek-v4-flash","headline":"Meccha Chameleon Creator Warns of Fake SNS Accounts, Update Adds Random Map Elements","summary":"The developer of \"Meccha Chameleon,\" known as Lemorion, has warned players about fake social media accounts impersonating the game's official presence. In a statement, Lemorion said that accounts other than his own and co-developer Haganeiro's are unrelated, and that the only official Discord server is the one listed on the Steam store page. The warning comes as the game continues to see explosive popularity, having sold over 10 million copies within two weeks of its June 10 release on PC via Steam. Separately, the game's latest update, version 2.2.0, introduces a system that adds randomness to maps, starting with the \"Hide-and-Seek Mansion\" stage. The update also adds 1.4x and 1.7x body size options for the character \"Cube,\" and fixes several bugs including issues with paint mode, oversized characters getting stuck on stairs, and cloud save failures. The developer plans to apply random elements to all maps in future updates. \"Meccha Chameleon\" is a multiplayer hide-and-seek game where players paint their characters to blend into backgrounds and objects.","whyItMatters":"The combination of a massive player base and the developer's small two-person team makes official communication channels a critical vulnerability, and the update's map randomization directly addresses the core replayability concern for a game that relies on player creativity to stay fresh.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003eThe developer, who goes by Lemorion, handles graphics, planning, BGM, and press materials. Co-developer Haganeiro handles system work and effects. In an interview with Denfaminicogamer, Lemorion said the inspiration for the game came from a TV show that introduced \u0026#34;an artist who uses body paint to blend into the scenery.\u0026#34; The painting function was the most difficult part to optimize, especially when multiple players drew simultaneously.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLemorion said the game\u0026#39;s success comes from the fact that \u0026#34;both viewers and players can enjoy it.\u0026#34; He intentionally designed the trailer to show photogenic hiding methods, such as curling up to look like meat, to encourage social media sharing. He allowed free recording during test plays to help the game spread across X, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. His favorite user video is \u0026#34;Spider-Man sticking to the ceiling.\u0026#34;\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wishlist count was 110,000 when the release date was set, grew to 600,000 by launch day, and has since reached about 2 million. The United States accounts for the largest share of wishlists, followed by China. Japan makes up about 5 to 10 percent of the total.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLemorion\u0026#39;s handle name comes from a combination of Kenshi Yonezu\u0026#39;s songs \u0026#34;LEMON\u0026#34; and \u0026#34;ORION.\u0026#34; His favorite game is \u0026#34;Overwatch.\u0026#34; Once development on \u0026#34;Meccha Chameleon\u0026#34; settles, he plans to create \u0026#34;Penguin Hotel 3,\u0026#34; the sequel to his earlier Steam series. After that, he wants to make a new multiplayer game.\u003c/p\u003e","blueskyPost":"Meccha Chameleon dev warns: fake SNS accounts are circulating. Only the Steam-linked Discord is official. Also, update 2.2.0 adds random furniture to the Hide-and-Seek Mansion to keep hideouts fresh.","twitterPost":"Meccha Chameleon's 2-person team warns of impersonators as the game hits 10M sales. Update 2.2.0 randomizes map objects starting with Hide-and-Seek Mansion, plus bigger Cube sizes and bug fixes.","threadsPost":"Remorion's warning about fake accounts highlights a recurring indie game problem: the Steam page lists the only official Discord, but imposter accounts keep appearing. Update 2.2.0 randomizes the Hide-and-Seek Mansion map, with plans to expand to all maps, adding replay value.","newsletterBlurb":"The creator of Meccha Chameleon has warned players about fake social media accounts impersonating the game. Separately, the latest update adds randomness to maps, starting with the Hide-and-Seek Mansion, to keep the hide-and-seek gameplay from growing stale.","attributionJson":"[{\"source\":\"Game Spark\",\"url\":\"http://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/06/28/168549.html\",\"title\":\"\\\"Meccha Chameleon\\\" Creator Warns of Fake SNS Accounts; Latest Update Adds Randomization to Maps, Starting with \\\"Hide-and-Seek Mansion\\\"\"},{\"source\":\"GameBusiness.jp\",\"url\":\"https://www.gamebusiness.jp/article/2026/06/30/27349.html\",\"title\":\"\\\"Meccha Camaleon\\\" Creator Warns of Fake SNS Accounts; Latest Update Adds Randomization to Maps, Starting with \\\"Hide-and-Seek Mansion\\\"\"},{\"source\":\"Denfaminicogamer\",\"url\":\"https://news.denfaminicogamer.jp/interview/260630w\",\"title\":\"\\\"Super Chameleon\\\" Sales Exceed 10 Million Copies Commemorative Interview! We Spoke Directly with the Developer. 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