Is VTuber Kizuna AI Awakening? Mysterious Video "Me in the Dream" Teases a Comeback
Artificial Intelligence
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Pioneering VTuber Kizuna AI, a virtual idol known for her engaging content, announced an indefinite hiatus in 2022, leaving many fans shocked and saddened. Just two years later, rapid advancements in AI technology seem to have prematurely "awakened" Kizuna AI, hinting at her possible return as a VTuber.
Kizuna AI says hello. (Source: @AIChannel)
The Mysterious Video That Sparked Debate
Recently, the long-dormant channel of Kizuna AI, @AIChannel, released a short video titled "Me in the Dream." The video is entirely black from start to finish, only featuring Kizuna AI humming a tune along with phrases like "I love you forever," "You hear me?" and "I'm coming back." This video quickly sparked intense discussions on social media, with fans expressing their excitement about the potential return of their favorite virtual idol.
Moreover, @AIChannel also has a live video titled "s h e e e e p". At its peak, this video attracted 85,000 concurrent viewers, featuring an ASCII-style Kizuna AI music video with a "Hello" message, possibly signaling her imminent return to the stage as a VTuber. These activities have led fans to speculate that Kizuna AI's comeback might be powered by genuine AI technology, rather than a human portraying her.
— Kizuna AI with 🐏💤 (@aichan_nel) June 29, 2024
Why Did Kizuna AI Take a Break?
In 2022, Kizuna AI announced an indefinite hiatus, officially to undergo system upgrades to enhance the quality of content and experience. During this period, her team has been actively exploring further applications of AI technology, hoping to achieve breakthroughs in the VTuber domain. The release of this mysterious video may well be a fruit of their labor.
The memory of two years ago is still fresh for many. (Source: X)
The release of this video has filled fans with anticipation, and many have expressed their excitement for Kizuna AI's return on social media. What do you think about her comeback? Will she continue to lead the trend of virtual idols in the new era of AI technology? Let's wait and see.
