EchoMind: AI Rights is a participatory democracy simulation where players take on the roles of all 7 key members of a Citizen Assembly. Players will simulate each role, making critical decisions and engaging in debates regarding the rights of AI in a parallel world. The game emphasizes collaborative decision-making, ethical dilemmas, and the balance between human and AI rights.

"Shape the future through dialogue, debate, and collective decision-making."

The outcome of the assembly—and the future of society—depends on the players' actions and decisions throughout the game. Each choice, perspective, and role played will influence the direction of the meeting and the resolution, leading to multiple possible endings.
Roles & Gameplay (Specific to Citizen Assembly)

In EchoMind: AI Rights, players assume the role of a Citizen Assembly member, each with unique responsibilities. The goal is to engage in collaborative decision-making about AI rights, where players interact, debate, and make key decisions that impact society's future.

The Citizen Assembly consists of 7 primary roles, each contributing to the decision-making process through different mechanics and perspectives

1. Citizens

Role: As a Citizen, your primary job is to cast votes on various proposals and issues raised in the assembly.

Gameplay: Participate in debates and use your voting power to support or oppose proposals. The outcome of the vote is largely influenced by the choices you make.

2. Commissioner

Role: The Commissioner is the facilitator of the assembly, ensuring that all processes follow the rules and that a balanced discussion takes place.

Gameplay: The Commissioner decides whether the meeting can proceed, and either approve or reject the assembly’s commencement.

3. Implementation Team

Role: This team ensures that everything necessary for the meeting to run smoothly is in place.

Gameplay: The player controls the implementation team to set up and prepare for the meeting.

4. Commentators

Role: The Commentators provide guidance and analysis, helping the public understand the complexity of the assembly and the decisions being made.

Gameplay: Players playing as Commentators will summarize discussions, explain the key points, and provide insights into the arguments being made.

5. Evidence Group

Role: The Evidence Group is responsible for reviewing the factual accuracy of documents presented during the assembly.

Gameplay: This role involves closely scrutinizing documents for errors or inconsistencies.

6. Stakeholders

Role: The Stakeholders represent the different factions within society that have a vested interest in the decisions of the assembly.

Gameplay: Players must choose a side to support — either in favor of AI rights or against them.

7. Facilitators

Role: The Facilitators ensure the smooth operation of the assembly, taking care of any interruptions or issues that arise during the meeting.

Gameplay: Facilitators must maintain order and help keep the meeting running smoothly, solving minor issues that could derail discussions.