Join aespa in Super Mates for Exclusive Rewards and AI-Driven Fan Experiences

LINE NEXT Launches Super Mates: A New Era of AI-Driven Artist Interaction

LINE NEXT Corporation has unveiled an exciting new application, “Super Mates,” designed to foster a unique connection between fans and their favourite artists through interactive avatars.

This innovative platform leverages advanced AI technology, enabling users to engage in conversations with avatar representations of artists in English, Korean, or Japanese.

By tapping into LINE NEXT’s expertise in avatar creation and AI, the app promises to deliver life-like interactions that resonate deeply with fans.

How Does Super Mates Create Personal Connections?

Users of Super Mates can enjoy meaningful interactions with digital counterparts of their beloved artists.

The avatars reflect the distinctive characteristics and styles of these performers, allowing fans to feel a genuine connection.

As they engage with their favourite artists, users can initiate conversations, keep diaries of their interactions, and even customise their avatars with various clothing and accessories.

This personalised experience allows for the creation of videos and images featuring the characters, enhancing the depth of engagement.

Aespa Takes Center Stage with Super Mates

To kick off this dynamic platform, LINE NEXT has partnered with the sensational K-pop girl group aespa.

Comprising four standout artists—Karina, Giselle, Winter, and NingNing—aespa has made waves in the music industry, releasing their first album, “Armageddon,” in May 2024.

They recently completed an international tour that included significant stops across Asia and Australia.

Notably, aespa became the first non-Japanese female act to perform at the Tokyo Dome for two consecutive years, a remarkable achievement that highlights their growing influence in the global music scene.

The avatars of aespa within Super Mates are designed to mirror the bold and unique aesthetic of their “Armageddon” album, featuring attire and accessories that align with the album's artistic vision.

Users will have the opportunity to converse with the aespa avatars about the album, deepening their appreciation of the group's creative work.

What Exclusive Rewards Await Early Adopters?

In celebration of the launch, LINE NEXT is rolling out a series of enticing events and promotions.

• Grand opening benefits worth $37
• Chat daily to receive an unreleased photocard
• Create memories and receive a limited MD set

Fans participating in the Super Mates experience can look forward to exclusive rewards, including a chance to win never-before-published photos of aespa and autographed CDs.

Youngsu Ko, CEO of LINE NEXT, stated,

“LINE NEXT aims to provide an interactive service where fans can connect with their artists and create their own contents.”

This initiative not only enhances the user experience but also opens doors for potential collaborations with various artists and intellectual properties in the future.

As part of the Super Mates x aespa promotion, users can access a range of merchandise, including character-themed tees and keyrings.

The merch set will be available in both member and group editions, providing fans with a tangible connection to the digital avatars they engage with.

What’s in Store for the Future of Super Mates?

The Super Mates x aespa event will run until October 2024, inviting users to participate in various activities that offer in-game gifts and chances to win exclusive prizes, including unreleased photocards and an autographed copy of aespa’s upcoming mini-album, “Whiplash.”

Details of the events can be found on the Super Mates app and the event page, ensuring fans have easy access to the latest information.

As LINE NEXT continues to refine Super Mates, they envision the app evolving into a versatile platform that enhances the fan experience, ultimately transforming it into a novel social service.

The future looks bright for fans eager to connect with their idols in new and interactive ways.