Dating Sim & Interactive Scenarios
Dating Sim & Interactive Scenarios
Project AIRI transforms static roleplay into a dynamic, game-like experience through its built-in Dating Sim Engine. Inspired by classic visual novel mechanics (such as Amagami and Tokimeki Memorial), this mode introduces real-time intimacy tracking, dynamic emotional moods, branching choice trees, and immersive visual HUDs.
1. Entering Dating Sim Mode
To start a Dating Sim scenario:
- Open the Desktop Chatbox or Control Strip.
- Click the "Scenario / Dating Sim" heart icon.
- Choose a storyline preset from the Story Selector (e.g., After-School Study Session, Festival Fireworks, Late Night Convenience Store Run, or Coffee Shop First Encounter).
- Click Start Scenario.
2. Core Game Mechanics
When a Dating Sim scenario is active, the UI switches to a visual novel presentation:
Intimacy & Tension Points
- Affection (Heart Meter): Increases when you make choices that align with your companion's personality, remember past memories, or show empathy.
- Tension / Awkwardness: High-stakes dialogue choices may increase tension, making your companion flustered, shy, or defensive.
The 4 Mood States
Your companion's responses, expression animations, and voice tone dynamically adapt to 4 distinct mood tiers:
| Mood Tier | Emotional State | Character Behavior |
|---|---|---|
| Low / Distant | Guarded, polite | Short responses, neutral resting expressions. |
| Normal | Comfortable, friendly | Casual conversational banter, smiles, inquisitive questions. |
| High | Excited, warm | Blushing, animated gestures, deeper emotional disclosures. |
| Max / Spark | Deeply attached | High intimacy dialogue, exclusive expressions, special event triggers. |
3. Branching Choices & Dialogue Wheels
During dramatic story beats, the AI generates Interactive Choice Cards:
- Topic Selection Wheels: Choose between talking about Hobbies, School/Work, Secrets, or Playful Teasing.
- Action Choices: Choose physical actions (e.g., Offer your jacket, Take her hand, Look away shyly).
- Freeform Input: You can always bypass the choices and type your own custom dialogue at any time.
4. Scene Backgrounds & Music
Scenarios automatically switch the Stage background image and lighting to match the active narrative location (e.g., transitioning from a bright classroom at sunset to a starry park bench at night).