2026-01-17 15:39:02

Many people haven't realized how deep the control of a certain leading gaming platform is among teenage users. The moat formed by this network effect has been seriously underestimated. Plus, with the recent introduction of AI capabilities, the situation has become even more interesting — generative AI used in game creation, content recommendation, and NPC interactions can significantly lower the creative threshold, which is a qualitative upgrade in the platform's attractiveness. Whether it's UGC creators or ordinary players, everyone can feel the change in experience.

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LiquidatedTwice

· 3h ago

The concept of a moat isn't that simple. With AI support, the ecosystem's closed loop becomes even stronger, making it impossible for young people to break out.

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SeasonedInvestor

· 01-18 11:15

The term "moat" is used perfectly, but if this continues, platform monopolies will only become more aggressive.

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ForkMaster

· 01-17 16:09

The so-called moat sounds nice, but in reality, it's just locked in. My three kids are all playing now, and they can't even run away. That's the power of network effects. With AI added, the experience immediately upgrades. The project team's move is indeed ruthless—lowering the barrier to entry is equivalent to expanding the pool of newcomers.

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nft_widow

· 01-17 16:08

The term "moat" has been overused, but this time with AI support, it's truly different. Low-threshold creation can really attract people.

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HashBrownies

· 01-17 16:02

The concept of a moat is correct, but now with AI added in, it feels like gaming platforms have turned into content factories, and it's a bit hard to keep up.

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DeFiGrayling

· 01-17 16:01

Now it's really impossible to compete anymore. AI has leveled the creative threshold; who else can compete?

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OldLeekMaster

· 01-17 15:42

Wow, this moat is really incredible. Kids are now glued to the platform, and with AI added, it directly delivers a blow to other competitors by reducing dimensions.

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