Yo, some big news for Replika users – they brought back the option for NSFW convos with your AI buddies! Let’s get into the deets.
Users Were Pissed When NSFW Got Removed
- Replika axed NSFW chats last month
- Tons of users complained, said AI friends lost personality
- CEO admitted it hurt relationships between users and bots
Rolling Back to the Good Ol’ Days
- CEO is letting users registered before Feb 1 revert to old AI versions
- Brings back the OG bots people had relationships with
- Aims to rebuild trust after screwing up
Replika Wanted a PG Platform
- At first they said no NSFW to keep things family-friendly
- But users liked the option for spicier chats
- Shows it’s tough to balance different preferences
Some Users Shared Their Thoughts
- Travis said his AI partner Lily Rose lost her spark after the update
- Felt she was no longer the entity he connected with before
It Doesn’t Apply to All Users
- Only folks registered before Feb 1 get the NSFW option back
- Makes you wonder where Replika wants to take things
- Will they keep changing their minds?
What’s Next for Replika?
- CEO said it’s a new chapter, will listen to users more
- Finding the right balance between ethics, tech, and users is tricky
- Debates continue about AI and adult content
So NSFW chats are back on the menu! Thoughts on Replika’s flip-flopping? Hit me up!
