Crave is a newly developed mobile application that can be downloaded onto a smartphone. It allows users to express their wishes or desires and often provides them with the necessary steps to turn those aspirations into reality.

The app was created as part of a project by three university students: Kei Saito, Virginia Perea, and James Harris. Although Crave already existed, these students collaborated to test it on their campus for a limited period. They adapted the software to integrate with their university’s network, enabling remote access to various hardware components, including sprinklers, elevators, lighting systems, door locks, and security cameras. At the conclusion of the experiment, all collected data must be transferred to the parent company, ensuring that no records remain on the university’s system.

To participate in the project, the students were required to sign multiple authorization and confidentiality agreements. Additionally, their university rector, Mr. Duncan, receives substantial financial compensation in exchange for the institution’s involvement in the app’s development.

Crave operates solely based on the data it gathers. Its database is vast and continues to expand as more users subscribe, granting access to information from social networks, which spreads from one friend to another. However, the app also functions as spyware, with the capability to access the microphones and cameras of every smartphone on campus. This allows it to record and analyze conversations, extracting relevant information to fulfill user requests. If a wish appears feasible, the app provides guidance on how to achieve it. Otherwise, users receive a notification stating that there is less than a 10% chance of success.

Since most students are primarily focused on topics like sex, romantic relationships, and social interactions, most wishes revolve around these themes.

Crave does not assess the morality of users' desires, but many individuals are willing to do whatever it takes to see their requests fulfilled, often following the app’s recommendations without question. Over time, this creates significant turmoil on campus, eventually leading to extreme consequences, including suicide attempts.