Character AI, a California-based platform specializing in artificial intelligence, is reportedly experimenting with a new feature focused on gaming. Recent reports indicate that the company has introduced two word-based games specifically for its paid subscribers. While users already have the option to develop AI characters and engage in a variety of story-driven scenarios, these new titles mark the first direct offerings from the platform aimed at enhancing user interaction.
Character AI Is Reportedly Introducing New Games
A report from TechCrunch reveals that Character AI is currently gauging user interest in these first-party games. The initial two releases, named Speakeasy and War of Words, are accessible to c.ai+ subscribers as well as a select group of free users. However, verification of these new features by Gadgets 360 staff members was not possible.
In contrast to existing games that allow users to engage in interactive storytelling with specific characters, these new titles function differently. Users can participate in the games against any character available on the platform, providing a broader range of gameplay opportunities.
A new controller icon has been integrated into the chatbot interface, which users can click to access the games. Both titles are available on the desktop version and the mobile app of the platform.
In Speakeasy, the goal is to prompt the character to say a particular word without using any of five related words. For example, users may need to get Einstein to say “bedroom” without mentioning “bed,” “room,” “sleep,” “dream,” or “night.” Each game session generates the target and related words randomly.
War of Words initiates a challenge in which participants face off against an AI character in a series of five rounds. A referee determines the winner at the end of the contest. Given the need for varied strategies depending on the chosen character, users can encounter distinctive challenges in each gameplay session.
A representative from Character AI commented to TechCrunch, saying, “Our goal as an AI entertainment company is to find ways to make the Character AI experience even more fun and entertaining. We’re currently testing a feature that allows gameplay with your favorite Characters, all while keeping the immersive experience users love.”
