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How to use Genjutsu AI | Higgsfield's video restyle tool: free trial, pricing, and how it differs from Kling
Genjutsu is a tool that rewrites the contents of a video, released in September 2026 by AI video service Higgsfield. Videos that keep the original motion and camera work while swapping the people, outfits, background, or style went viral on social media. Based on official information, this page covers the differences between the three modes, how to use it, pricing, and how to try it.
What is Genjutsu AI? The three modes and specs
The official description is "Reality manipulation for video". Rather than creating a new video from text, it is a video-to-video tool: you feed in a video and it rewrites the contents while keeping the original motion, camera work, and pacing. It was announced on Higgsfield's official X account on September 2, 2026.
| Mode | What it does | Best for |
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| Motion Transfer | Rebuilds the whole scene from reference images while keeping the original video's motion, camera work, and pacing | Swapping people, turning a dance video into a character, sending the whole scene to another world |
| Object Swap | Replaces only the specified element and leaves the rest of the frame as is | Changing only clothes, props, or products; swapping signs or logos |
| Restyle | Pick a preset style and change the visual style of the whole video (a mode added later) | Turning live-action footage into anime or illustration style |
Key specs (from the official page)
- Input video length: 3-30 seconds (the official blog says 4-30 seconds; wording differs from page to page)
- Reference images: up to 30-40 (same as above). In the official cloud tool, 1-8 per run (0-5 for Restyle)
- Output resolution: up to 1080p (480p / 720p / 1080p)
- Which base model it uses has not been officially disclosed
How to use Genjutsu AI (basic Motion Transfer steps)
- Prepare the source video:A video you filmed yourself, 3-30 seconds, is the standard starting point. Do not use other people's videos or footage from music videos or films without permission.
- Choose a mode:Motion Transfer if you want to change the people or the whole setting, Object Swap for changing only part such as clothes or products, Restyle for the visual style only.
- Add reference images:Upload images of the character, outfit, or background you want. Images with a clearly visible face or full body make it easier to get the result you want.
- Try a low resolution first:480p costs less than half the credits of 720p, so check the framing and motion first, then finish at 720p / 1080p to avoid waste.
- Export and post:When publishing a video that includes swapping people, remember to get the permission of the people shown and to state that the video is AI-generated.
Genjutsu pricing
On the services that offer Genjutsu, the free plan has been discontinued and you start from a paid plan (subscription). It is credit-based; the credits used change with the resolution and length of the video you generate.
Check each service's official site for the latest prices and conditions. This page does not list prices.
Can you try Genjutsu AI for free?
As of now, we could not confirm a way to keep using Genjutsu for free.
- Try similar effects on this site:On Sesshu, you can tryreference-image to videoandimage to videowith the free credits given at sign-up. It is not Genjutsu itself, but a motion transfer feature that copies a video's motion is in preparation.
Genjutsu vs Kling Motion Control
The comparison "genjutsu vs kling motion control" usually refers to Motion Control on Kling (Kuaishou). Both are used to copy a reference video's motion onto another character; the big difference is support for videos with multiple people.
| Genjutsu (Motion Transfer) | Kling Motion Control | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Higgsfield | Kuaishou |
| Videos with multiple people | Used to turn group-dance videos with several people into characters (STORM and others) | Moves one person at a time. If the reference video has several people, it follows the motion of the person shown largest on screen* |
| Scope of replacement | Choose between rebuilding the whole scene (Motion Transfer) or replacing only part (Object Swap) | Applies the reference video's person's motion to a character |
For copying one person's dance or performance, Kling Motion Control is enough, but Genjutsu is the better choice when you want to replace a group dance with two or more people in one go.For Kling's versions, see theKling 4.0 guide, and for a comparison of major models, seeKling vs Seedance vs Veo.
How to make STORM-style group dance videos
In September 2026, AI videos called "STORM" and "STORM II", showing a large group of people in uniform dancing the same choreography, went viral on social media. According to write-ups, many of these group-dance videos were made with Genjutsu's Motion Transfer. The basic flow is as follows.
- Film the source dance video:Prepare a video of yourselves dancing within 30 seconds (the formation just needs to be clear; the group does not have to be complete).
- Prepare reference images for the look:A few images of the uniform, outfits, or characters. To keep everyone's look consistent, use images in the same style.
- Generate with Motion Transfer:Generate with the source video and reference images. Check first at 480p whether the motion breaks down.
- Finish:If you like the result, regenerate at 720p / 1080p, add music, and export. Be careful about the rights to the music as well.
FAQ
Can Genjutsu AI be used for free?
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As of now, we could not confirm a way to keep using it for free. The former free plan has been discontinued and you start from a paid plan, so check the provider's official site for the latest conditions.
How much does Genjutsu cost?
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It is credit-based; the credits used change with the resolution and length of the video you generate. Prices are not listed on this page; check the provider's official site for the latest pricing.
Why is it called Genjutsu (illusion technique)?
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Genjutsu is the name Higgsfield gave the tool ("genjutsu" is Japanese for illusion technique). Note that the site at the genjutsu.ai domain is unrelated to Higgsfield.
How long a video can Genjutsu convert?
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The official page says the input video is 3-30 seconds (the blog says 4-30 seconds). Output is up to 1080p.
Should I use Kling Motion Control or Genjutsu?
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For copying one person's motion, Kling Motion Control can handle it. Kling can only move one person at a time, so if you want to replace a group dance or a dance with two or more people in one go, Genjutsu is the better fit.
Can I use Genjutsu on this site?
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Sesshu does not offer Genjutsu itself. On this site's generator, you can try reference-image to video and image to video with free credits. A motion transfer feature that copies a video's motion is in preparation.