Well, it would be cool, but if you’re going to add AI conversations, please make sure to also keep the set dialogue functions. AI isn’t always the best option.
I also have another question: are you going to keep some of the old planets and the old ship (or any large ship in general is a must have)? I mean, the insect planet was cool but felt kind of unexplored when I left. I had the feeling there should be more to it. And the idea that the bovine planet is in medieval times is so cool, but we never really got to know any of the lore. (New planets would also be super cool if they’re as original as the medieval bovine planet.)
It would be awesome if you left some “letters” around (I mean, just roleplay texts somewhere talking about wars, plagues, or stuff like that). That would add a lot. If we went back to the planet and had something like a sword fight, that would be amazing—maybe a duel for honor or something like that.
if you dont want to do that on your own i could help
more lore almost always makes something better, and you have a real opportunity to grow big—even on platforms like Steam.
Bottom line: you should make a Discord server to showcase development and ask the community for ideas.