S.E.N.S.E Update We are excited to present the "S.E.N.S.E" update, a new chapter for Entropia Universe, where our Immersive Companions take a bold step forward. These Immersive Agents are now more aware of their surroundings and can engage in more thoughtful and lifelike interactions, making them feel more dynamic than ever before. With new senses and contextual understanding, these companions will offer more immersive experiences as they engage with players and the world around them. Chat Bubbles: A New Way to Connect Immersive Companions can now actively engage with you through chat bubbles that draw your attention and suggest conversation topics based on what they’ve learned from your previous interactions. These greetings are personalized, considering the agent’s personality and your history together, creating a deeper sense of connection and engagement. Enhanced Conversational Skills: Fluid and Adaptive The conversational abilities of these agents have been greatly improved, allowing for smoother, more natural dialogues. Each Immersive Companion adapts to your one-on-one interactions, making conversations feel personal and responsive. Rather than just offering help, they now focus on creating meaningful exchanges ranging from casual to informative. Some may still assist directly when asked, but they are more likely to engage you in conversations that feel alive and reactive to your input. S.E.N.S.E Sensory Environment and Neural Synchronization Engine For the first time, Immersive Companions have been given Senses—a level of environmental awareness that allows them to understand where they are and what’s around them. They can now reference their exact location, nearby terminals, creatures, and other important game elements. These new senses make conversations richer and more useful, as companions can help you navigate the world, point you toward key locations, or discuss the environment around them in a natural and informative way. Autonomy in Interaction: Conversations with Character While these agents still aim to help, they now exhibit a degree of autonomy in their actions. They might choose to assist you in finding a waypoint or opt to keep the conversation going instead. Their personality traits influence their responses and behaviors, meaning each interaction will feel different depending on the Immersive Companion you're speaking with. They won’t just be generic NPCs offering directions—they’ll respond based on the rapport you’ve built and the situation at hand. Clickable Links and Waypoints: Seamless Navigation In-game interactions are more dynamic now, with Immersive Companions offering clickable links to locations, waypoints, and items. Whether setting a waypoint to a repair terminal or pointing you toward a landmark, these companions are equipped with practical knowledge of the world to make your exploration smoother. All of this is done seamlessly, based on their understanding of the world around them. Memory and Context: Conversations That Evolve Immersive Companions now maintain a memory of your interactions, making conversations more fluid and continuous. They can recall previous chats and bring up past topics, creating an ongoing dialogue rather than isolated encounters. This memory creates a more cohesive and personal relationship with each companion, allowing for deeper engagement. Knowledge Retrieval: Expanding Their Expertise With improved access to the knowledge base, Immersive Companions can now provide more accurate and detailed information about Entropia’s lore and general game knowledge. Their answers will continue to become more comprehensive with future updates, making them valuable sources of in-game information, especially as their database of knowledge grows and evolves. Enhanced Personalities: Unique and Lifelike Every Immersive Companion now has a distinct personality that comes through in interactions. Whether they are reserved, curious, or outgoing, each companion behaves in a way that fits their unique character. Conversations will vary based on their traits, making each interaction feel different from the last. You’ll notice this distinctiveness in their responses, tone, and the way they engage with you. Unreal Integration Everything we do in this update will seamlessly transfer to our upcoming Unreal integration. The current and Unreal clients are designed to run simultaneously, allowing players to transition between them without disruption. All the advancements in the S.E.N.S.E system and Immersive Companions will carry over, offering the same lifelike interactions and dynamic experiences regardless of which client you're using. Continue reading...
