Anuttacon, an indie game developer and publisher founded by HoYoverse CEO Cai Haoyu, has just unveiled their debut title, Whispers From The Star, an AI-driven sci-fi game that promises a unique narrative experience. The announcement was accompanied by a thrilling reveal on Twitter (X) last week, where HoYoverse shared that a closed beta test is on the horizon.
Anuttacon’s AI-Driven Sci-Fi Game Revealed
Set in a distant galaxy, Whispers From The Star introduces players to Stella, a university student studying astrophysics. After a dramatic crash landing on the alien planet Gaia, Stella finds herself isolated, relying solely on her communicator to seek help. Players step into the role of her guide, interacting with her through text, voice, and video messages to navigate her through this alien world.
The core gameplay of Whispers From The Star centers around engaging in conversations with Stella, which are facilitated through advanced AI technology. According to the developers, as reported by Bleeding Cool News, the game aims to revolutionize interactive storytelling by moving beyond traditional dialogue trees. It utilizes AI-enhanced dialogue to foster open-ended conversations that are fluid, personal, and deeply immersive.
While the prospect of personalized gameplay has sparked excitement among many, the AI-driven interactions have also raised concerns within the gaming community, particularly on platforms like Reddit. Discussions have focused on the emotional impact of forming relationships with AI characters and the potential for AI to displace human actors, a topic that has gained attention during the SAG-AFTRA strike.
Despite these concerns, Anuttacon is moving forward with a Closed Beta for Whispers From The Star, targeting select gamers in the United States. While an exact date and time for the beta test have yet to be announced, interested players can sign up on the developer’s website to reserve their spot. It's important to note that this test is exclusively for users with an "iPhone 12 or above," with no support currently available for Android devices or iPads.
