MidReal's Morpheus-1 engine outperformed both GPT-4 and other state-of-the-art storytelling models in a double-blind study, with readers preferring MidReal's product 85% of the time compared to GPT-4 and 75% of the time to competing storytelling products. The company plans to expand its capabilities, including integrating photo-based fantasy diary composition and interactive video experiences, and releasing an app with a new 'SERVER' feature. Despite previous funding, MidReal has no current plans for another funding round.
Key takeaways:
- Generative AI storytelling platform MidReal has launched its flagship “choose your own adventure” product, powered by its Morpheus-1 model, allowing players to generate evolving stories based on their decisions.
- MidReal was founded in October 2023 with researchers from MIT, Cornell, and Duke and is focused on blurring the lines between text adventures and games.
- In a double-blind study, MidReal's Morpheus-1 outperformed both GPT-4 and other state of the art storytelling models, with readers preferring MidReal’s product 85% compared to GPT-4 and 75% of the time to competing storytelling products.
- MidReal plans to expand its capabilities significantly, including integrating photo-based fantasy diary composition and interactive video experiences, releasing an APP, and introducing a new 'SERVER' feature.