Overview
Octo (Jimeng Octopus) is the first collaborative AI narrative creation tool launched by ByteDance's Jimeng AI on April 8, 2026, pioneering the Vibe Create creation mode. Just as Vibe Coding redefines the relationship between humans and code, Vibe Create redefines the relationship between humans and AI content creation.
Octo positions AI as a "creative partner" rather than an execution tool. Creators can co-create with AI on an infinite canvas, using multimodal interaction (text, images, video) to collaboratively complete complete narrative content. It is currently in beta testing.
**📌 Latest Updates**: As of July 2026, Octo remains centered on the **Vibe Create collaborative narrative mode**, deeply integrating Jimeng AI's video generation capabilities (Seedance series). Meanwhile, the Jimeng ecosystem continues to upgrade: **Jimeng Video 3.0** has been launched, **Seedance 2.0** has been integrated into CapCut (ByteDance's entire video product line is connected), forming a complete closed loop of "Jimeng (Creative/Editing) + CapCut (Mass/Editing) + Seedance (Model Foundation)" for ByteDance's AI video matrix.
Key Features
- Vibe Create Mode: Pioneering atmosphere creation mode, where AI participates as a creative partner rather than an execution tool
- Infinite Canvas: Organize creative materials, storyboards, and narrative threads on an infinite canvas
- Multimodal Co-creation: Collaborate with text, images, and video in the same interface
- AI Director Capability: AI assists in scriptwriting, storyboard planning, and narrative arrangement
- Team Collaboration: Supports multi-user collaborative creation, suitable for team projects
- Jimeng Ecosystem Integration: Deeply integrated with Jimeng AI's image/video generation capabilities
Use Cases
- Creative planning and production of short videos and micro-dramas
- Creation of brand stories and advertising narratives
- AI-assisted content creation for independent creators
- Pre-production storyboarding and concept validation for film and television
- Creative projects for team collaboration
Pros
- Innovative Vibe Create concept: Upgraded from 'AI execution' to 'AI co-creation'
- Intuitive infinite canvas: Visual organization of creativity, aligned with creator thinking
- ByteDance ecosystem: Deep integration with Jimeng and CapCut
- Available domestically: No proxy required
- Free trial during beta
Pricing
Octo is currently in beta testing. Users can apply for access via the Jimeng Web interface. Pricing after official launch has not yet been announced.
Summary
Octo represents a new direction for AI creation tools—from 'input prompts and wait for results' to 'human and AI co-create on the same screen.' The Vibe Create concept is highly imaginative. It is still in beta, so creators are encouraged to apply for early access.