Most of these are software, in which case BabyMilu being embodied is a differentiating factor
AI Roleplay / Character Chat
- Text chat: Character.AI, Janitor AI, Chai
- Fictional social media with characters: Status AI
Competes on:
- Fueling parasocial attachment by making your favorite character interactive
Key difference:
- BabyMilu brings your character into your real life, instead of bringing you into a fantasy world
- BabyMilu is more focused on comfort/support than thrill/entertainment
Games with character growth & daily bonding
e.g. Tamagotchi, Finch, idle pet games
Key difference:
- BabyMilu is conversation-centric
- Much bigger action space both for the user and the character/pet allows for deeper emotional bond
Embodied Companionship Robots / Devices
e.g. Emo, Aibi, LOVOT, Eiliko
Key difference:
- BabyMilu is character-centric (insert your own character), not generic personality
Self-Care / Emotional Support Apps with a Character