Playing With Inference

Ep 25: The challenge of designing ai-native games today (AUDIO ONLY)


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In this episode of 'Playing With Inference,' the podcast dives deep into the future of AI in gaming with special guest Julian Togelius, an authority in the intersection of AI and games. Julian discusses the concept of infinite games, where AI-generated content can create endless replayability. The conversation moves through the technological hurdles and design challenges that come with implementing advanced AI in games, focusing on how AI can adapt to individual players. Julian also provides insights into the business models necessary for sustaining AI-driven games and shares his thoughts on the economic definition of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Whether you're a game developer or AI enthusiast, this episode offers invaluable perspectives on the evolving landscape of AI-native games.

The tweet that started the conversation: https://x.com/togelius/status/1976287247222689985

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00:00 Introduction to Playing With Inference

00:16 Meet Julian Togelius: AI and Games Expert
01:54 The Concept of Infinite Games
04:00 Technological and Design Challenges
10:15 Player Adaptation and Customization
18:15 Game Design and AI Integration
35:20 The Future of AI in Games
37:29 The Role of Traditional Game Engines
38:07 Exploring Infinite Craft
38:59 AI in Game Mechanics
40:32 Rulings Over Rules: A New Approach
46:04 Challenges of AI in Gaming
48:27 Economic Viability of AI in Games
54:52 Artificial General Intelligence
58:23 Alpha Arena: AI Trading Bots
01:03:56 Advice for Aspiring Game Developers

Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI

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