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Microsoft files patent for 'altering narrative experiences' with genAI
Microsoft files patent for 'altering narrative experiences' with genAI
Microsoft's newly unveiled patent frames genAI as a 'co-pilot' to game designers to help them (and players) 'aid in the creation of the game's narrative.'
Jan. 17, 2025
Krafton debuts generative AI companions that behave in 'human-like manner'
Krafton debuts generative AI companions that behave in 'human-like manner'
The PUBG maker claims its new 'Co-Player Characters' are more lifelike than traditional NPCs.
Jan. 9, 2025
Catly developer denies it's using generative AI or blockchain technology in its cute cat game
Catly developer denies it's using generative AI or blockchain technology in its cute cat game
SuperAuthenti wants to 'paws' the rumors of generative AI and blockchain technology in Catly.
Dec. 17, 2024
Opinion: Google's latest AI innovation offers a putrid vision of game development
Opinion: Google's latest AI innovation offers a putrid vision of game development
Another supposedly life-changing AI model, another exasperated plea from a weary video game journalist.
Dec. 6, 2024
Future Publishing signs content partnership with OpenAI
Future Publishing signs content partnership with OpenAI
The company behind Edge, GamesRadar, and PC Gamer will let OpenAI use its content to enhance the 'ChatGPT experience.'
Dec. 5, 2024
Niantic's new AI model may have been built by unaware Pokémon Go players
Niantic's new AI model may have been built by unaware Pokémon Go players
The AR developer has spent half a decade using its games and positioning tech to build a 'detailed understanding' of the planet.
Nov. 21, 2024
Netflix Games exec prepares bowl of word salad to announce new role as VP of GenAI for Games
Netflix Games exec prepares bowl of word salad to announce new role as VP of GenAI for Games
Mike Verdu claims devs can use generative AI to create 'mind-blowing new experiences for players.'
Nov. 4, 2024
EA desperately wants investors to know it's on the generative AI bandwagon
EA desperately wants investors to know it's on the generative AI bandwagon
EA execs say the technology is at the 'very core' of its business and could propel user generated experiences to new heights.
Sept. 18, 2024
'This was essentially a two-week long DDoS attack': Game UI Database slowdown caused by relentless OpenAI scraping
'This was essentially a two-week long DDoS attack': Game UI Database slowdown caused by relentless OpenAI scraping
The free repository relaunched a few weeks ago to provide 'the ultimate reference tool for game designers.' Then OpenAI came knocking.
Sept. 9, 2024
Amazon Games CEO thinks genAI can help make better ideas for games
Amazon Games CEO thinks genAI can help make better ideas for games
If genAI has any benefit to game development, Christoph Hartmann believes it lies in getting rid of the 'less boring' parts in the name of more creativity.
Aug. 24, 2024
Survey reveals devs consider genAI double-edged sword in game development
Survey reveals devs consider genAI double-edged sword in game development
Those surveyed believe the controversial technology may make games cost less, but that may also come at the expense of overall quality.
Aug. 20, 2024
Unity CEO says he's 'less focused' on generative AI
Unity CEO says he's 'less focused' on generative AI
Like other CEOs, Matt Bromberg thinks genAI can be a boon to game development, but he isn't putting his full faith in the technology just yet.
Aug. 15, 2024