Whispers from the Star, an AI-Driven Sci-Fi Game by HoYoverse Devs, Announces Closed-Beta Test for iOS

Anuttacon, an indie game developer founded by HoYoverse CEO Cai Haoyu, has unveiled its debut title, Whispers From The Star, an AI-driven sci-fi game that promises to revolutionize interactive storytelling. This narrative-driven experience introduces players to Stella, a university student studying astrophysics who crash-lands on the alien planet Gaia. Isolated and relying on her communicator, Stella reaches out to players for guidance through text, voice, and video messages.

The gameplay in Whispers From The Star centers around engaging in open-ended conversations with Stella, breaking away from traditional dialogue trees. The game utilizes AI-enhanced dialogue to create fluid, personal, and immersive interactions, reimagining the art of storytelling in gaming. This approach has generated excitement among gamers eager for personalized experiences, but it has also raised concerns on platforms like Reddit. Discussions have focused on the emotional impact of AI relationships and the potential displacement of human actors, a topic that resonates deeply amid the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike regarding AI's role in the industry.

Despite these concerns, Anuttacon has announced a Closed Beta for Whispers From The Star, targeted at select gamers in the United States. While an exact date and time for the beta test have not been confirmed, interested players can sign up on the developer's website to secure their spot. It's important to note that this test is exclusively available for "iPhone 12 or above" users, with no current support for Android devices or iPads.

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