Brave New Stories

Jan 312026

07:00PM

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Neo Cinema meets the Best of Sci-Fi and Fantasy.

Join us live on Twitch for an epic streaming event, with a secondary viewing experience available in escape.ai’s Interactive Online Theater.

Our “Brave New Stories” Sci-Fi & Fantasy Film Festival features over 2 hours of programming from the best creators around the world—bold futures, strange worlds, heroic journeys, and unforgettable imagination.

Before the show, join us in our Creator Club pre-party to hang out with the filmmakers in voice and text chat, meet other fans, and kick off the festival together.

Featuring Films By

AI_Mov_Director, Alex Duloz, AP_818, Aze Alter, Chariskm, DannyRatcliff, Dave Clark, Dustin Hollywood, Fredrik Jonsson, Giulio Fulchignoni, Jaiostudios, Kim Landers, László Gaál, Lion, machina90000, michaeleng.ai, MichaelNwokasu, MetaPuppet, Nav Lotay, Ofri Margalit, Omer Eventov, Particle Panic, Peio Duhalde, TrashCanRoxanne

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FAQ

What is this event?

Brave New Stories is a free online event where you can join with a 3D avatar, chat with others, and watch new films in a multiplayer virtual theater or sit back and watch the livestream-all from your browser.

Do I need to download anything?

Nope! Just use a desktop or laptop (Mac or PC) with a modern web browser and a good internet connection. No installs required.

Can I attend on my phone or tablet?

You can watch the livestream from your phone or tablet right here or on the escape twitch channel (https://www.twitch.tv/escapeaimedia). Note that currently the immersive 3D multiplayer experience is not available for phone or tablet.

How do I join the event?

All you need is a browser and internet access. We will update this event page with access information and links before the start of the show. Be sure to come back here for updated information.

What is the Creator Club?

The Creator Club is our pre- and post-show social space. It opens 1 hour before the screening, and stays open after the show for as long as guests want to hang out. Meet other fans, chat with creators, and play games in the virtual arcade!

Are tickets really free?

Yes! The entire experience is free—but tickets are limited, so grab yours early to guarantee a spot. Please note that tickets are not always required to access the event. You may have recieved a direct invite through your escape.ai account or email. Keep an eye out on this event page for additional information.

Can I talk with other people during the event?

Absolutely. You can voice chat and text chat with others in the Creator Club, and use emotes and text chat during the film screening.

Where are the controls?

After you enter, use your keyboard and mouse to move around. Emote buttons are in the lower-right corner. Voice and volume controls are in the center-bottom settings menu.

What if I can’t hear anything?

Make sure your browser tab isn't muted, and check your volume in both the system and event settings. You can mute/unmute yourself and others in the top-right menu.

What is escape.ai?

Escape is a platform for virtual events and creator communities. It lets fans and artists connect in multiplayer social spaces—no downloads, no installs, just your browser. [esc] Fest is Escape's ongoing festival series celebrating creativity in new formats.