Anuttacon, a new indie game developer and publisher founded by HoYoverse CEO Cai Haoyu, has unveiled its debut title: Whispers from the Star. This narrative-driven sci-fi experience promises a unique interactive journey. A closed beta test is coming soon, as announced via X (formerly Twitter).

Whispers from the Star Closed Beta: Coming Soon

An AI-Driven Sci-Fi Adventure

Whispers from the Star plunges players into the story of Stella, an astrophysics student crash-landed on the alien planet Gaia. Isolated and alone, her only connection to the outside world is her communicator—and you. As Stella's guide, you'll interact with her through text, voice, and video messages, shaping her journey.

The game's innovative gameplay utilizes AI to create open-ended conversations, moving beyond traditional dialogue trees. This aims to deliver a fluid, personal, and immersive experience, as highlighted by the developers in a Bleeding Cool News interview. They intend to redefine interactive storytelling.

This AI-driven approach, while exciting for many, has also sparked discussion online, particularly regarding the emotional impact of AI relationships and the potential implications for human actors, a concern amplified by the current SAG-AFTRA strike.

A closed beta test for Whispers from the Star is planned for select US players. While a specific date hasn't been announced, interested players can register on the developer's website. Important note: This beta is currently limited to iPhone 12 and later models; Android devices and iPads are not supported.