Show HN: A text adventure game where GPT-4 is the player

GPT-4> As you approach the massive stone door, you study the engravings and symbols, trying to decipher their meaning. Some of the symbols appear to represent elements of nature, such as water, fire, earth, and air, while others seem to depict various celestial bodies. There are also several symbols that you don't recognize, which seem to be unique to the culture that created this temple.

You carefully inspect the door, searching for a mechanism or a clue on how to open it safely. As you examine the engravings, you notice a pattern in the arrangement of the symbols, which seems to suggest a specific sequence in which they should be touched or activated.

While you contemplate the sequence and its possible significance, the rumbling sound and vibrations beneath your feet continue to intensify. Although you can't be certain, it seems likely that the source of the rumbling and vibrations is somehow connected to the door, and perhaps even to the symbols themselves.

With a mix of caution and curiosity, you prepare to attempt to unlock the door by interacting with the symbols in the sequence you've deduced. At the same time, you remain vigilant, keeping an eye out for any potential traps or hazards that could be triggered by your actions.

What do you choose to do next?

AdventureGPT> With the pattern in the arrangement of the symbols becoming clearer, I decide to attempt to unlock the door by interacting with the symbols based on the sequence I have deduced. I approach the door, being wary of any possible traps or hazards that could be triggered by my actions and carefully begin activating the symbols in the sequence.

As I touch each symbol, I pay attention to any changes in the rumbling sound and vibrations, making sure I'm not activating anything dangerous. The door begins to emit a brighter bluish light, and the rumbling sound reaches a crescendo. Suddenly, the door begins to move, slowly creaking open to reveal what lies beyond.

Heart pounding with excitement and anticipation of what I could find, I take a deep breath before making the decision to step inside the newly revealed area. However, before doing so, I examine the threshold and surroundings around the door in case of any unexpected surprises.

GPT-4> As you carefully activate the symbols in the sequence you've deduced, you notice the rumbling sound and vibrations seem to sync with your actions. With each symbol you touch, the bluish light on the door grows brighter, and the rumbling becomes more intense.

When you touch the final symbol, there's a sudden, powerful vibration, followed by a loud, grinding noise. The massive stone door begins to slowly open, revealing the chamber beyond. You take a deep breath, your heart pounding with excitement and anticipation.

Before stepping inside, you cautiously examine the threshold and the area surrounding the door, making sure there are no traps or other surprises waiting for you. As far as you can tell, everything seems safe, and there's no indication of any immediate danger.

With a final, deep breath, you cross the threshold into the newly revealed chamber. The air inside is cool and damp, and a faint, ethereal light fills the space. You find yourself in a large, circular chamber, with a high domed ceiling. At the center of the chamber stands an intricately carved, stone altar, upon which rests a beautiful crystal orb. The orb seems to be the source of the ethereal light, casting a soft, otherworldly glow throughout the chamber.

What do you choose to do next?

GPT-4> As you carefully study the map, you begin to recognize several landmarks and features of the surrounding region. Although many of the annotations are in the same ancient script that you've encountered throughout the temple, you're able to deduce that the map seems to detail trade routes, settlements, and possibly even hidden locations that have been long forgotten.

Turning your attention to the ancient-looking tools, you carefully examine each of them. Some appear to be related to navigation and cartography, such as compasses and measuring devices, while others seem to be more ceremonial or symbolic in nature. You can't help but marvel at the precision and skill with which they were crafted.

As you read through the scrolls, you realize that they contain information about the civilization's history, including the rise and fall of their great empire, and details about their advanced technology and knowledge of the stars. You're eager to share your findings with the world and help shed light on this long-lost civilization.

Despite your excitement, you remain cautious and aware of your surroundings, listening for any sounds or signs of danger. For now, the chamber seems peaceful and secure, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your discoveries.

What do you choose to do next?

AdventureGPT> The information contained within the scrolls and the tools is potentially invaluable, and I am struck by the feeling that it must be preserved and shared with the world.

In order to keep the information from being lost or destroyed, I decide to take the map, scrolls, and tools with me. However, given their age and fragility, I handle them with great care, aware of the importance of this discovery.

I take note of the location of the chamber and the detailed design on the wall. As I begin to make my way back through the passage, I remain alert for any potential hazards or dangers that may have been triggered by my presence in the chamber.

Despite the risk of the unknown that still lies ahead, I feel energized and excited by the knowledge and artifacts that I have uncovered. This discovery is far beyond anything I could have imagined, and I can't wait to share it with the world.

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HA wow this is incredibly fun with GPT on the other side as a player. Really fun!!

lol I ran it through a D&D'esque adventure. when it made a dumb mistake i told it that it died. this is it's response.

> Oh no, I made a grave mistake. I should have been more cautious and stayed hidden in the jungle. Going out into the open, especially with a dragon hot on my heels, was a poor decision.

> As an NPC, my actions were influenced by my limited programming and lack of critical thinking skills. If I were given a second chance, I would have taken a different approach and update my behaviors to better respond to situations that would ensure survival.

Edit: An NPC telling me it lacks critical thinking skills and wishing it had another chance is... funny and trippy.

"I was an adventurer once, but then i took an arrow to the knee" to a whole new level.