Frequently asked questions
What does CloneHound do?
It looks for Steam store pages that resemble your game: similar or padded titles (like adding “Simulator”), the same or nearly the same studio name, copied store text and near-identical header art. Each result lists the reasons and a similarity score.
Is a result proof that a game is a clone?
No. Results are automated similarity checks, not legal findings. Many similar games are legitimate genre neighbors. Use the reasons and side-by-side view to decide for yourself.
Is the free scan really free?
Yes. Paste a Steam link or app id and get one scan per day without signing up. Paid plans add daily automatic checks and email alerts.
What do paid plans include?
Solo is $12/month for 1 game. Studio is $29/month for up to 5 games. Both include daily checks of newly listed Steam games, email alerts with a side-by-side view, studio-name warnings and a proof pack with a drafted report. Roblox Studio is $99/month for up to 10 experiences with priority scans; Roblox experiences get automated AI clone reports and a weekly re-check with new matches emailed automatically, the plan also watches up to 10 Steam games, and leaked-asset and trend alerts are rolling out.
Do you scan Roblox today?
Yes. Choose “Roblox studio” in the scan form, paste your experience or group link and add your email. We compare similar Roblox experiences and Steam games by name, description and icon, search the web and X, and email you the report automatically, usually within a few minutes (within 24 hours on very busy days). Leaked-asset and trend alerts are still rolling out.
Does a person check reports before they're sent?
No. Reports are generated automatically with AI (xAI Grok) from public store data and emailed straight to the person who requested them, without human review. They are estimates, not legal advice. Automated checks keep the wording neutral (“similar to”, “possible clone”, never accusations), and every report includes the official Roblox and Steam reporting links. We never file takedowns or contact other developers for you.
How fast does the report arrive?
Usually within a few minutes of your request. If our daily scanning capacity is used up, your scan waits in the queue and the report arrives within 24 hours. Steam free scans show results on screen instantly, and you can add your email to get a copy.
Can you take down a Roblox game that copies my gameplay?
Usually not. Copyright covers your assets, code and text, not mechanics. We show what may be actionable.
Where does the data come from?
Public data only: Steam store pages, store search and app lists, public Roblox experience pages, and public web pages and X posts found by search. AI reports are written by xAI Grok. We don't need your Steam, Steamworks or Roblox login.
Will you report the clone for me?
No. We draft the report text and collect links, dates and screenshots, but only you (the rights holder) can decide to file a report or a DMCA notice with Valve.
Is CloneHound affiliated with Valve or Steam?
No. We're an independent tool. Steam is a trademark of Valve Corporation.
How do I cancel?
Use “Manage billing” in your dashboard to open the Stripe billing portal and cancel anytime.
How does CloneHound compare with other Steam tools?
Tools like StoreCheck's Indie Monitor (rivals Steam shows next to you, or ones you choose) and Gamosy's Competitor Radar (titles you search for and add) track competitors you pick. CloneHound is narrower: it goes looking for pages that copy your game, including ones you haven't found yet, and collects evidence for a report.