Hoyo have finally revealed their LinLi-Olivia project, a desktop companion that utilizes GenAI to allow you to converse with the AI character
“The game leverages generative AI technology to create MIDI, audio, and in-game text in real time, delivering an immersive experience, as described.”
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In August, a bilibili account for “LinLi-Olivia” appeared depicting a virtual idol girl.
After their first video post they were followed in minutes by lots of Mihoyo employees, AI industry figures, and notably the former CEO of Mihoyo - Cai Haoyu - and current president of HoYoverse Jim Yang.
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Cai Haoyu the co-founder of Mihoyo and former CEO of the company - still actively a large shareholder in Mihoyo btw - has updated his LinkedIn profile
His current job is “AI Soulcaster”