Wonderbot 2.0 Arrives at Cmsg – Ai Missions and Voice Chat from 4 Feb 2026

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HeritageSG and Tencent have announced WonderBot 2.0 for the Children’s Museum Singapore, positioning the AI companion as a permanent, interactive guide inside the museum. The rollout is part of Tencent’s three-year digital heritage commitment in Singapore. According to the partners, WonderBot 2.0 uses conversational AI, digital avatars, and 3D tech to steer young visitors through playful learning. The installation goes public on 4 February 2026. In 2025, Tencent provided over S$750,000 in technology support and cash to accelerate these digital initiatives, including WonderBot 2.0’s development.

What's New in Wonderbot 2.0

WonderBot 2.0 blends game mechanics with museum storytelling – the focus is on interaction over passive viewing. The AI adapts to children’s age ranges and encourages back-and-forth exploration.

• Voice-responsive interactions – kids can talk naturally with the AI companion.
• Interactive missions – museum tasks and objectives turn exhibits into playful challenges.
• Personalised learning journeys – content calibrates to the visitor’s age and pace.
• Quizzes and storytelling – structured prompts that reinforce key heritage themes.
• Tech stack – Tencent’s digital avatar, 3D modelling, and semantic understanding underpin the experience.

Where and How It Works

The WonderBot 2.0 experience is installed on the first floor of CMSG’s exhibition space, acting as an intelligent companion that guides children across interactive exhibits and activities. The design folds in conversational AI with gamified learning – quizzes, narrated moments, and mission prompts – so a museum visit becomes a two-way exchange rather than a one-way tour. The goal is to make exploration intuitive and memorable for families and school groups.

Partnership Scope and Next Steps

Beyond a single installation, the partnership serves as a testbed for HeritageSG to pilot and scale digital initiatives across programmes and partner institutions. Tencent plans to continue its support in Singapore over the next two years to advance culture, heritage, and the arts.

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Key Facts at a Glance

The table below summarises the core details announced by HeritageSG and Tencent.

What the Teams Are Saying

“Drawing on Tencent’s deep experience in game technology, interactive design, and digital cultural preservation, we wanted to help create a museum experience that feels responsive, engaging, and playful.” — Murphy Zhao, Country Manager of Tencent Singapore and Head of Global Game Technology, Tencent

“Partnerships like this demonstrate how emerging technologies can make heritage learning more engaging and accessible for families and students… WonderBot is now more than a mascot — it’s a companion that listens, learns, and laughs alongside our visitors.” — Ms Asmah Alias, Director of Galleries, Exhibitions and Museums at HeritageSG

Why It Matters for Players and Families

Final takeaway – WonderBot 2.0 brings familiar game design cues into a museum setting, using missions, dialogue, and adaptive prompts to keep kids engaged. For families and educators, it’s a sign that heritage spaces are embracing AI-led, play-first learning – and it’s available as a permanent feature at CMSG from 4 February 2026.