"HoYoverse's AI Sci-Fi Game 'Whispers from the Star' Launches iOS Closed-Beta"

Anuttacon, the indie game developer and publisher founded by HoYoverse CEO Cai Haoyu, has just unveiled their debut title, *Whispers From The Star*. This narrative-driven sci-fi interactive experience promises a unique gameplay centered around a character named Stella, a university student studying astrophysics. After crash landing on the alien planet Gaia, Stella relies on her communicator to reach out for help, and players are her lifeline, guiding her through text, voice, and video messages.

The game introduces a groundbreaking approach to interactive storytelling. As shared through Bleeding Cool News, Anuttacon aims to revolutionize the genre "by breaking free from traditional dialogue trees, using AI-enhanced dialogue to enable open-ended conversations that feel fluid, personal, and immersive." This AI-driven interaction allows players to have genuine, personalized conversations with Stella, enhancing the immersive quality of the gameplay.

However, the use of AI in *Whispers From The Star* has sparked a range of reactions. Enthusiasts are excited about the potential for deeply personalized gameplay, but concerns have surfaced, particularly on platforms like Reddit. Discussions revolve around the emotional impact of forming relationships with AI characters and the broader implications for human actors, especially in light of the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike's focus on AI's role in the entertainment industry.

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 are yet to be announced, interested players can sign up on the developer's website to secure their spot. It's important to note that the Closed Beta is exclusively available for those with an iPhone 12 or above; currently, Android devices and iPads are not supported.