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Why No AI Games?
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AI has significantly impacted game development, yet there have been no major new AI-based gaming experiences since 2021. The expectation for radical new forms of gameplay driven by AI has not materialized in the gaming industry.
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- Praise: AI has the potential to reinvent text-based games, allowing for a more interactive and personalized experience that could enhance player engagement.
- Praise: The use of AI in games, such as procedural systems like the nemesis system, showcases how AI can create complex and dynamic interactions that enrich gameplay.
- Concern: Current AI performance limitations, particularly in voice synthesis and text generation speed, hinder the feasibility of integrating LLMs into mainstream games.
- Concern: The hype around VR may be short-lived due to its inability to effectively engage players' physical senses compared to traditional gaming experiences.