Los Angeles-based gaming company, Space Nation, is set to revolutionize the massively multiplayer online game genre with its upcoming flagship game, Space Nation Online. The game will utilize generative AI technology to provide players with a personalized gaming experience. Founded in 2019 by industry veterans Jerome Wu and Tony Tang, Space Nation is backed by renowned filmmaker Roland Emmerich and media entrepreneur Marco Weber.
The integration of AI in Space Nation Online will redefine how personal narratives unfold within the game’s universe, according to Wu. By leveraging AI, the game will be able to create individualized stories that adapt as players progress, an achievement that would be impossible for an MMO with an all-human writing team.
Space Nation did not provide specific details about the AI model being used but stated that it relies on ethically sourced training data. Despite the inclusion of AI, major plot elements will still be crafted by a team of dedicated human writers.
In addition to the personalized AI experience, Space Nation Online will feature a crew system mechanic allowing players to manage a team of characters with unique skills, traits, and roles. These crew members will evolve and grow based on their experiences in the game, offering players the opportunity to actively develop their individual stories and skills through various missions.
Introducing a Web3 element, each crew member that a player acquires during the game will be linked to a player-owned digital asset or NFT. The company also plans to offer additional benefits to community members, including airdrops.
By combining a sophisticated Web3-based token economy with AI technology, Space Nation aims to deliver an unparalleled gaming experience. The company believes that its game comes close to realizing the visionary ideas expressed by Ernest Cline and Ray Kurzweil.
Space Nation Online is set to begin testing the AI integration on Discord later this month, with a beta launch planned for March. The official launch of the game is scheduled for fall 2024. With its innovative use of AI and personalized storytelling, Space Nation Online promises to be a groundbreaking addition to the MMO gaming landscape.