Shimeji Ralsei

Some developers have re-coded the Shimeji engine in newer languages like C# or Python. Search GitHub for "shimeji-ralsei" for updated versions that run without Java.

Because this is fan-made software, bugs are common.

⚠️ Avoid .exe files claiming to be Shimeji — original is Java .jar. Scan zip files with VirusTotal.

Fix: Corrupted PNG file. The image files must be transparent PNGs with 32-bit color depth. Re-download the skin from a different source.

Indie game platforms are surprisingly good for desktop buddies. Many fan creators host their Shimeji files here because these platforms scan for malware. Search for "Deltarune desktop buddy." shimeji ralsei

If you are editing the actions.xml or the image set, here are some specific text strings you can use to replace the default Shimeji text to make it feel like Ralsei:

Replace the "Call Shimeji" text:

Original: "Call another one." Ralsei Version: "Summon a Friend!"

Replace the "Follow Mouse" text:

Original: "Follow the mouse." Ralsei Version: "Chase the Lightner!"

Replace the "Reduce to One" text:

Original: "Reduce to one." Ralsei Version: "Ask everyone to leave..."

Replace the "Restore Windows" text:

Original: "Restore IE windows." Ralsei Version: "Mend the broken windows."

Replace the "Exit" text:

Original: "Bye bye!" Ralsei Version: "I'll go back to my castle now."

A Shimeji is a small, interactive desktop character that can walk, climb, fall, multiply, and play with your windows. Originally from a Japanese desktop toy program, Shimejis have become popular fan art formats, often made for specific characters. Some developers have re-coded the Shimeji engine in