Two Northeastern first-years make their game design dreams a reality
Two Northeastern first-years make their game design dreams a reality
Two Northeastern first-years make their game design dreams a reality
Charlotte Geaghan
April, 5, 2025
Summary
Northeastern students Jacob Ohlson and Will Wennik created Bot Buster, a physical card game where an AI plays alongside humans. The goal: spot the AI imposter. Developed from a class project, the game uses a custom-built AI chatbot, RONN, based on OpenAI’s API. Players draw prompt, modifier, and role cards—one secretly being the "Bot"—and submit AI-generated answers. Judges guess the imposter’s response. Supported by faculty and pitched at BostonFIG, the game aims to destigmatize AI by blending tech with fun. The duo continues developing the brand, targeting young adults through social media, Kickstarter, and a playable pre-release site.
Reference
Geaghan, C. (2025, April 5). Two Northeastern first‑years make their game design dreams a reality. The Huntington News. https://huntnewsnu.com/85683/campus/two-northeastern-first-years-make-their-game-design-dreams-a-reality/