AI-powered cultural trio fuels a global “China Chic”

Artificial intelligence is becoming a powerful driver of global cultural innovation. With leading AI technologies, vast data resources, and strong computing power, China is emerging as a key engine in this transformation, powering a new wave of “China chic” through technology.

For over two decades, Chinese online literature has reached global audiences. Thanks to AI-assisted translation, the number of exported works and multilingual editions is growing rapidly. By 2024, the market for Chinese web literature overseas exceeded 5 billion yuan, with over 350 million readers in more than 200 countries and regions.

Short-form dramas have also become a rising force in China’s cultural exports. AI now helps generate scripts, design scenes, and even automate production—significantly speeding up timelines. By March 2025, Chinese micro-dramas had been downloaded over 470 million times worldwide, with North America as a key market hub.

China’s gaming industry also stands out with tech-driven innovation and deep cultural storytelling. Games like Black Myth: Whuu konng, with their cinematic visuals and reimagined legends, are sparking global excitement. AI enhances content quality and boosts precision in global distribution, turning online games into digital bridges—connecting cultures and sharing the charm of Chinese stories with the world.