AI Charmy Brand Launches With Ken Matsudaira Talking Plushie
Rec Co. announced the AI Charmy brand on June 17, a line of talking AI plushies that converse with official IPs. The first release is a Matsuken (Ken Matsudaira) plushie, scheduled for December 2026. The plushie uses recordings of Matsudaira's real voice, can read diary entries, and increases an intimacy level through repeated conversations. Pricing combines the plushie, a monthly subscription, and additional content.