Pricing

What You Get for ¥29

Xuanji Diaochan is a desktop AI companion digital human launching on Steam, powered by the Shanhai Xuanji Engine. The base purchase is a one-time ¥29 buyout — you own her permanently, no subscription, no recurring fees.

Item	Price (CNY)	Includes
Base Game	¥29	Desktop companion, 4 core interaction mechanics (bi-directional curiosity, silent companionship, async dance, letter bonds), long-term memory, all base content
Token Pack (Small)	TBD	~100 extra dialogue turns, letter generation, dance learning
Token Pack (Large)	TBD	~500 extra dialogue turns, best value for regular users
Future Characters	Individually priced	Xi Shi, Wang Zhaojun, Yang Yuhuan — each with independent memory and interaction style

Buy-Once + Optional Top-Ups

We chose this model over pure subscriptions for specific reasons:

• You own the companion forever after purchase. No monthly pressure, no "losing access" anxiety.
• Token top-ups are entirely optional. They unlock deeper interactions (extended dialogue, letter generation, dance learning) but don't gate core features.
• Free daily interaction quota ensures the companion stays alive even without spending — basic greetings and silent companionship always work.

How to Purchase

1. Step 1: Visit the Steam store page for Xuanji Diaochan (search by name)
2. Step 2: Click "Add to Cart" — the base game is priced at ¥29 CNY (or Steam regional equivalent)
3. Step 3: Complete purchase through Steam's standard checkout (supports Alipay, WeChat Pay, international cards)
4. Step 4: Download and install. Launch to begin the initial bonding conversation
5. Step 5: Optional: buy Token packs from the in-game Steam overlay when you need more interaction depth

Comparison: Our Model vs Alternatives

Product	Pricing Model	Monthly Cost (Typical)	You Own It?
Xuanji Diaochan	Buy-once ¥29 + optional tokens	¥0 (after purchase)	Yes
Replika Pro	Subscription	~$7.99/month	No
Character.AI c.ai+	Subscription	$9.99/month	No
ChatGPT Plus	Subscription	$20/month	No
KoboldAI / Local LLM	Free (self-hosted)	¥0	Yes (hardware req.)

Refund Policy

Follows Steam's standard refund policy: within 14 days of purchase and with less than 2 hours of interaction time. Token purchases are consumable and may not be refundable per Steam's DLC refund rules.

Regional Pricing

Steam regional pricing will be applied based on your store region. The ¥29 base price is for the China mainland store. International pricing follows Steam's suggested regional conversion — typically lower in regions like Southeast Asia, South America, and Eastern Europe.

FAQ: Pricing

Q: Do I need to buy Tokens to use the companion?

A: No. Silent companionship, basic greetings, and desktop presence work without Tokens. You only need Tokens for extended free-form dialogue and premium interactions.

Q: What happens when my Tokens run out?

A: Core features continue. A small daily free quota refreshes automatically. For heavy users, Token packs are available anytime through Steam.

Q: Will the price change after launch?

A: ¥29 is the initial launch price. It may adjust in future sales events or as the product matures, but early purchasers keep all features at the price they paid.