Oasis: An interactive, explorable world model

Oasis is an innovative AI model developed by Etched in collaboration with Decart, designed to generate open-world games interactively. Unlike traditional AI video models that create video from text, Oasis generates video frame-by-frame based on user inputs from keyboard and mouse. The model is built on a Diffusion Transformer backbone and is optimized for the Sohu ASIC, which allows for high-definition video generation and supports a larger number of concurrent users compared to existing models. The creators believe that within a decade, most internet content will be AI-generated, with video becoming a dominant form due to its data-intensive nature. Oasis allows for real-time interaction, enabling players to manipulate the game environment, and is designed to overcome the limitations of current video models, which are often slow and costly. The architecture includes a Transformer-based variational autoencoder and advanced attention mechanisms to enhance performance. The Sohu chip is pivotal in making real-time AI video generation feasible, supporting 4K resolution and efficient parallel processing. The project aims to explore new applications in gaming, education, and beyond, with a focus on creating faster and more cost-effective AI products.

- Oasis is the first playable AI model for generating open-world games interactively.

- The model is optimized for the Sohu ASIC, enabling high-definition video generation.

- The creators anticipate a future where most internet content will be AI-generated, particularly in video format.

- Oasis allows users to control game generation in real-time, enhancing interactivity.

- The Sohu chip addresses the computational challenges of video generation, supporting more users and higher resolutions.