HyperVore - AI-Powered Viral Prediction Platform - Project Paused - Not Working yet

Predict the viral potential of AI-generated content and compete globally!

HyperVore is revolutionizing content consumption by combining AI-generated videos with gamified viral prediction. Users predict whether AI-created content from Reddit posts and news articles will go viral (Underhyped) or flop (Overhyped), earning points based on prediction accuracy.

🤖 What Makes HyperVore Unique?

AI-Generated Original Content

• Reddit → Video: Transform trending Reddit posts into engaging explainer videos
• News → Animation: Convert breaking news into digestible animated content
• 100% Original: All content is AI-generated, ensuring legal safety and uniqueness
• Daily Fresh Content: 50-200 new AI videos generated daily

🎯 Core Gameplay

The Prediction Game

Instead of consuming existing content, HyperVore users become viral prediction experts for AI-generated content:

• 👍 Underhyped (UH!): Swipe right when you think the AI content will go viral
• 👎 Overhyped (OH!): Swipe left when you think it won't catch on
• 💜 HyperLike: Swipe up for exceptional content (unlocks secret features)
• 🎴 Card Battles: Transform successful predictions into collectible cards

Advanced Scoring System

• 🎯 Prediction Accuracy: Points based on actual viral performance
• 📈 Keyword Tracking: Monitor idea propagation across the internet
• 🏆 Global Leaderboards: Compete with predictors worldwide
• 📊 AI Performance Insights: See which AI styles perform best
• ⚔️ Card Battle Points: Extra rewards for winning prediction duels

🚀 Revolutionary Features

🎴 SECRET: Card Battle System

Unlocked after 50+ HyperLikes with 70% accuracy

• Choose 3-second clips from AI videos for your cards
• Battle other predictors with power-equalized matches
• Build your Hype Book collection of favorite moments
• Weekly tournaments with prizes

💎 Premium Features ($1/month)

• No Ads: Skip the 3-second "oops" ads
• Curate Hype Book: Control your weekly card selection
• Enhanced Customization: Premium card designs
• Early Access: First to see new AI video styles
• Creator Mode: Suggest Reddit posts for AI transformation

📱 Mobile-First Experience

• Intuitive Swipe Gestures: Natural mobile interaction
• Haptic Feedback: Feel every prediction
• Offline Predictions: Play anywhere, sync later
• Progressive Web App: Install like a native app

🎮 How It Works

1. AI Generates Content: Reddit posts and news transformed into videos daily
2. Make Predictions: Swipe right (UH!) or left (OH!) on AI content
3. Track Performance: Watch as content spreads (or doesn't) across the internet
4. Earn Points: Accuracy determines your score
5. Unlock Features: HyperLikes unlock card battles and collections
6. Compete Globally: Rise through prediction leagues

🏗️ Technical Architecture

Core Stack

• Frontend: Nuxt 3 (Vue.js) with TypeScript and Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Express.js with MongoDB for data storage
• AI Pipeline: LLM for script generation, RunwayML/Pika for video creation
• Voice: ElevenLabs for consistent narration
• Caching: Redis for API rate limiting and performance

Content Pipeline

Reddit Post → LLM Enhancement → Script Generation →
AI Video Creation → User Predictions → Performance Tracking

AI Integration (Phased Approach)

1. Phase 1: Text-only cards with AI summaries ($50/month)
2. Phase 2: AI thumbnails added ($150/month)
3. Phase 3: 30-second audio narration ($300/month)
4. Phase 4: Full AI video generation (revenue-driven)

🚀 Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js 18+
• Docker (for MongoDB)
• Reddit API credentials
• AI service API keys (for later phases)

Quick Start

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Start MongoDB
docker-compose up -d

# Development (Frontend + Backend)
npm run dev:full

# Or run separately:
npm run dev        # Frontend only (port 3000)
npm run dev:api    # Backend only (port 3001)

Environment Setup

Create .env file:

# Required for Phase 1
REDDIT_CLIENT_ID=your_reddit_client_id
REDDIT_CLIENT_SECRET=your_reddit_client_secret
MONGODB_URI=mongodb://localhost:27017/hypervore

# Required for Phase 2+
OPENAI_API_KEY=your_openai_key
ELEVENLABS_API_KEY=your_elevenlabs_key

# Required for Phase 4+
RUNWAY_API_KEY=your_runway_key

Testing

# Run all tests
npm run test:all

# Frontend tests only
npm run test:frontend

# Backend tests only
npm run test:api

# Linting and type checking
npm run lint
npm run typecheck

📈 Roadmap

Phase 1: Reddit Integration (Current)

• Reddit API authentication
• Content fetching and filtering
• AI text summarization
• Basic prediction mechanics

Phase 2: Enhanced UI/UX

• AI-generated thumbnails
• Improved swipe animations
• Social sharing features
• User profiles and stats

Phase 3: Audio Integration

• 30-second audio summaries
• Voice selection options
• Background music system

Phase 4: Full Video Generation

• AI video creation pipeline
• Multiple visual styles
• User voting for video creation
• Revenue-driven scaling

Phase 5: Advanced Features

• Card battle system launch
• Tournament infrastructure
• Creator partnerships
• B2B analytics dashboard