“AI & Virtual Characters Taking Over Influencers on Social Media. Understand How Technology x Creativity Capture The Gen Z Audience.”
Sep 12, 2023 - The rapid evolution of AI has ushered in a new era of content creation and consumption. AKA Virtual, a startup based in Tokyo, Japan, is at the forefront of virtual content creation and innovation. The company is opening doors for gaming companies and IP owners to transform their iconic characters into the digital realm.
The last 20 years saw a shift in entertainment from star studded celebrities on big screens to influencers on smartphones. Deemed as being more relatable, social media and influencers altered the entertainment landscape. In 2023, Gen Zers are constantly looking for new content. Going from the latest NPC trend and the boom of Virtual YouTubers (VTubers), the young generation is leaning towards virtual characters that transcends platforms.
AKA Virtual began its activity with an expertise in motion capture. The company’s services have transitioned from live streaming concerts in 3D to participating in the production of short-form content such as VShojo’s music videos and SEGA’s latest project “SONIC&FRIENDS”.
Making its debut in Tokyo Game Show 2023, the AKA Virtual team will be featuring two of its latest solutions for gaming companies and IP owners. The “AKA AI Assistant” integrates AI into 3D characters, enabling conversations between users and the character on screen in real time. Another key activation features “AKA Kiosk”, a hassle-free setup that strikes a pose with the user. Get your cameras ready!
With its diverse team fluent in English, Japanese, Mandarin, and French, AKA Virtual is here to help you launch your presence in Japan. AKA Virtual will also be holding an exclusive open hour to foreign visitors on 20 September in their office in Roppongi, Tokyo, Japan between 6 to 8pm. Kindly contact marketing@akavirtual.com if you are interested to take a studio tour and meet the team behind these 3D creations.