In recent years, the realm of AI-assisted storytelling (RP) has undergone a dramatic transformation. What began as fringe projects with early language models has blossomed into a dynamic landscape of applications, platforms, and communities. This piece examines the existing environment of AI RP, from popular platforms to cutting-edge techniques. https://finnuemve.tinyblogging.com/the-evolution-of-ai-driven-role-playing-from-norse-legends-to-cutting-edge-ai-71825830