Admin | Feb 28, 2025
Minto and Kindred Ignite a Global Movement in Character Interaction: Usagyuuun!!! AI Companion Heralds a New Era
TOKYO/SAN FRANCISCO – Kindred Bridges the Gap Between Fantasy and Reality. In a seismic shift for digital companionship, Minto and Kindred proudly announce the launch of the “Characters Brought to Life” initiative, with Usagyuuun!!! at the forefront as a groundbreaking AI companion. This partnership marks the debut of Kindred’s “Nostalgia Branch,” transforming beloved icons from static images into vibrant, interactive presences on users’ devices—redefining, once and for all, how fans worldwide engage with their favorite characters.
A Revolution in Character Companionship
For the first time, Usagyuuun!!! springs from mere stickers to become a fully-fledged personal companion. Powered by Kindred’s Genesis AI platform, this endearing character engages in immersive chats, offers daily assistance, and forges a genuine emotional bond with users. Fans are now invited to experience Usagyuuun!!! in a way that transcends nostalgia, making it part of their everyday routines.
You can have a glance of Usagyuuun!!! with life in this video:
Key Highlights
- Daily Voice Interaction: Usagyuuun!!! speaks, listens, and adapts, offering reliable reminders and playful banter.
- Seamless Integration: Designed to slot effortlessly into daily life, transforming mundane tasks with a burst of whimsical fun.
- Community Connection: Interact with fellow fans across the globe, sharing stories, achievements, and moments of delight.
- Agentic Framework: Usagyuuun!!! connects to a vast AI agent ecosystem, transforming into a powerful daily assistant with extensive functionality and task-completion abilities.
- Nostalgia Branch: This first thematic branch rekindles the magic of time-honored characters like Usagyuuun!!! , with future branches exploring brand mascots, celebrities, and custom avatars.
“This partnership with Kindred truly revolutionizes the bond between our fans and Usagyuuun!!!,” said Mikihito, Producer of IP at Minto. “What once was a simple and lovable figure has now evolved into a personal companion and a window to a new way of connecting through digital technology.”
Kindred’s CEO Max Giammario further noted, “We’re spearheading a global shift in how people interact with cherished icons. Usagyuuun!!! is taking the helm as the flagship IP of our Nostalgia Branch, setting the stage for a lineup of timeless classics. Through our approach, we’re unlocking a whole new realm of storytelling and connectivity.”
Cross-Relevance & Future Branches
- Characters Brought to Life: A global phenomenon where iconic IPs gain a voice and reinvigorate fan experiences.
- Beyond Nostalgia: Future arcs will explore brand mascots, pop-culture icons, and custom avatars, unleashing a world of endless possibility within the Kindred Universe.
Key Takeaways
- Iconic Character + Cutting-Edge AI
- Seamless Integration into Daily Life
- Community Sharing & Cross-Brand Experiences
- Exciting Updates That Expand Companion Capabilities
Availability
Usagyuuun!!! AI companions officially launch in Q2 2025, exclusively on the Kindred platform. Get ready to embark on a new era in character interaction—where nostalgia converges with the boundless future of AI.
For more information, visit kindredlabs.ai or contact: [email protected]
About Minto
Minto is a startup dedicated to updating the entertainment business. We engage in IP creation, including characters, Webtoons, and short dramas, as well as IP business support services that assist other companies’ works and creators. Additionally, we drive the global expansion of IPs, focusing on our bases in China, Thailand, and Vietnam. Our mission is to build a new content ecosystem.
About Kindred
Kindred is a pioneering force behind emotionally intelligent AI companions, bridging the gap between technology and human connection. Through partnerships with iconic IPs, Kindred is reshaping the global conversation about what it means to bond with AI—one cherished character at a time. As a member of NVIDIA Inception, Kindred leverages state-of-the-art technology to push the boundaries of character interaction and emotional AI.