Overview
- The companies announced a deal to develop interactive video games using Wolf Games’ proprietary AI engine based on Wolf Entertainment properties.
- Wolf Games said its emphasis on ethical generative AI and protection of storytellers was central to securing the partnership.
- The startup closed a $9 million Series A led by Main Street Advisors, adding investors Maverick Carter, Tom Werner and Rashid Johnson, with returning backers Dick Wolf, Jimmy Iovine and Paul Wachter.
- Wolf Games launched Clue Hunter and plans to open its first gaming universe, Public Eye, for beta testing later this year ahead of a wider rollout.
- Specific franchises were not announced, with NBCUniversal saying it aims to explore new fan experiences across its IP using the company’s technology.