Altered State Machine (ASTO)

What Is Altered State Machine?

Altered State Machine (ASM) is a Layer 0 AI protocol designed to power AI-driven characters across gaming platforms and metaverses. By embedding AI “brains” into NFTs, ASM enables game characters, collectibles, and avatars to learn from interactions, develop unique behaviors, and grow in capability over time — making each AI-NFT a genuinely evolving digital entity.

AI Agent Architecture

Brain NFTs: ASM introduces “Brain” NFTs — on-chain AI memory containers that can be attached to any compatible NFT (such as characters from partner games). The brain stores the AI’s training history, learned behaviors, and competitive record.

Training via ASTO: Holders spend ASTO to train their AI NFTs, improving their performance in games or other environments. The more a brain is trained, the more capable (and valuable) the associated character becomes.

Genome: Each brain has a Genome — a set of AI parameters defining the baseline capabilities the AI can develop. Different genome configurations produce different AI specializations (e.g., faster reflexes, better strategy, stronger attack patterns).

ASTO Token

ASTO is the utility token used across the ASM protocol:

Training fuel: Spent to train AI brains and upgrade performance
Access: Required to mint and activate brain NFTs
In-game currencies: Interoperable with connected games’ economies
Governance: Holders influence ASM ecosystem development

Partner Ecosystem

ASM partners with sports IP holders, gaming studios, and NFT collections to integrate AI brains into existing characters. Partner NFTs become AI-capable when equipped with ASM brains.