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A New Era of Online Collaborative Storytelling
Fri May 02 2025A New Era of Online Collaborative Storytelling
In the vast, ever-evolving world of Avesta, life is not just simulated, it is truly lived. The planet of Avesta is home to Seedlings, each with their own aspirations, dreams, emotions, and even personal flaws. They are not static NPCs or scripted characters, but dynamic beings that grow and change over time, making the world come alive in ways never seen before. None of this would be possible without powerful cloud technology behind the scenes, and thanks to our partnership with Google Cloud, SEED has the foundation it needs to grow and evolve right alongside its players. How do we bring a world like this to life? Let’s dive in.
Bringing Seedlings to Life with AI
For years, we have been building a powerful Game AI system designed to breathe real life into Avesta’s Seedlings. It does not just create characters: it shapes personalities, motivations, and relationships that grow and change over time. The real magic happens when we combine this with Generative AI and player choices, weaving together ever-evolving stories that respond to every move players make.
In SEED, players are not just participants. They have the power to shape the world itself. Every decision influences not only the paths of their own Seedlings but also the lives of others across Avesta. It is a living, collaborative storytelling experience where no two journeys are ever the same.
The Perfect Framework for Generative AI
SEED was built from the ground up to create a dynamic world, making it a natural fit for Generative AI. Its emergent design means that Seedlings adapt, react, and sometimes even surprise players, rather than following set paths. This level of responsiveness makes every player’s journey personal and meaningful. Generative AI does more than just enhance gameplay; it strengthens the bond between players and their Seedlings, creating a real sense of connection and shared experience in a world that is always growing and shaped by human creativity.
Seedling-to-Player Interaction: A New Kind of Relationship
One of the most exciting uses of Generative AI in SEED is the Seedling-to-player chat system. This feature allows players to have free-form conversations with their Seedlings, checking in on their well-being and helping guide them through their lives. Imagine discovering that your Seedling is feeling lonely. You might encourage them to ask another Seedling out on a date. Depending on their personality, mood, and history, they might take your advice, or they might decide to do something else entirely, like joining a group event or visiting a local spa to lift their spirits. This is not just a simple game mechanic. It is a reflection of real relationships and emotions, shaped by the unique traits and backstories of each Seedling. These rich, dynamic interactions bring the world of SEED to life in a way that feels personal, meaningful, and endlessly surprising.
Klang & Google Cloud
As you can guess, building and scaling a simulation like SEED, especially one powered by Generative AI, is no small challenge. The world of Avesta lives entirely in the cloud, which is why partnering with Google feels like such a natural fit. They are leading the way in both cloud infrastructure and generative AI, and their technology is helping us push SEED even further. We are excited to incorporate Google's AI tools into the game and bring our Seedlings and their stories to life in ways we could only imagine before.
The Future of SEED
Just like AI, SEED is constantly evolving in ways we can’t fully predict, but that’s what makes the journey so exciting! As we continue to shape and expand SEED, we’re committed to exploring new frontiers in online collaborative storytelling, with Generative AI as a key part of that adventure.
We can’t wait to see the stories you’ll tell and the lives your Seedlings will lead. Welcome to SEED, where you can live out whatever life you can dream up, and your choices truly matter.