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technology27 days ago•7 min saved

Fable Reboots as a Reactive Open-World RPG Fueled by Local Reputation

Fable returns after nearly 15 years as a full reboot, launching Autumn 2026 on PS5 and Xbox with a fully open Albion, about 1,000 fully voiced NPCs, and a reputation system where morality is contextual and local; combat uses a flexible 'style weaving' blending melee, ranged and magic, focusing on player choice and consequences rather than a static good/evil meter; key unknowns include the exact date, how closely the story ties to prior games, and whether the canine companion returns.

via Military.com|

#fable #npc #open-world

technology7 months ago•2 min saved

The Evolving Impact of AI on Video Games and Media

A demo by Replica Studios showcased AI-powered game characters reacting disturbingly to their own artificial nature, highlighting the growing use of AI in gaming which raises concerns about costs, labor impacts, and unpredictable behavior, as the industry explores a future with more immersive but potentially problematic AI-driven experiences.

via Futurism|

#ai #industry-impact #npc

gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

"Unraveling the Dragonsplague: The Mysterious Mechanic Infecting Dragon's Dogma 2 Players"

A mysterious affliction called Dragonsplague is infecting the AI-assisted NPC companions, Pawns, in Dragon's Dogma 2, causing red glowing eyes, incoherent speech, disobedience, and increased aggression. Infected Pawns can transform into shadow dragons and destroy settlements if left unchecked, but can be dismissed within a few in-game days to solve the issue. The only known cure is death by drowning, which cleanses the Pawn of the sickness. Players are advised to check their Pawns for signs of infection and take necessary actions.

via Push Square|

#dragons-dogma-2 #dragonsplague #game-mechanics

gaming1 year ago•4 min saved

"Unveiling Dragonsplague: The Deadly Mechanic Terrifying Dragon's Dogma 2 Players"

Dragon's Dogma 2 players are facing a new challenge in the form of Dragonsplague, a contagious illness that infects NPC party members known as pawns. If left untreated, infected pawns can transform into dragons and cause havoc in the game world, potentially halting a player's progress. The disease is primarily spread through recruiting infected pawns, and while there are visual cues to identify infected pawns, it becomes more difficult to spot as the disease progresses. Players are advised to dismiss infected pawns as soon as possible and pay close attention to their party to prevent the spread of Dragonsplague.

via Kotaku|

#capcom #dragons-dogma-2 #dragonsplague

gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

"Dragon's Dogma 2: Battling the Deadly Dragonsplague"

In Dragon's Dogma 2, players are encountering a bizarre disease called Dragonsplague that causes pawns to become aggressive and ultimately transform into ghost dragons, leading to the massacre of every NPC in the town when the player rests at an inn, with permanent consequences due to the game's save system. There is no known cure for Dragonsplague, and the only way to rid pawns of it is to kill and revive them with a valuable item. This mechanic has led to frustration and amusement among players, highlighting the unique and challenging aspects of the game.

via Forbes|

#capcom #dragons-dogma-2 #dragonsplague

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Ubisoft's AI NPC Prototype: Hype, Criticism, and the Future of Gaming"

Ubisoft revealed a prototype AI NPC called NEO NPC at GDC, allowing players to have real conversations with in-game characters. However, the prototype's dialogue received widespread mockery online for being awkward and unconvincing. The AI works by using language learning models to generate responses based on player input, but concerns have been raised about filtering toxicity and bias. Critics argue that AI-generated dialogue lacks the creativity and storytelling of human-authored content in video games.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#ai #gdc #npc

gaming1 year ago•5 min saved

"Unity and Convai Unveil AI NPC Game Demo with Endless Dialogue Trees"

Nvidia showcased an AI-driven game demo called Convert Protocol, where players use their microphone and voice to ask questions to non-playable characters (NPCs) in a detective game setting. The AI-driven NPCs respond through an AI model, creating endless dialogue trees, but the technology doesn't significantly change the gameplay experience and may not immediately revolutionize game design and play. While the demo presents exciting possibilities, it raises concerns about hiding critical details behind AI and the potential for endless dialogue trees in games.

via Digital Trends|

#ai-driven-game-demo #dialogue-trees #gaming

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

"Baldur’s Gate 3 Fans Smitten with Unromanceable NPC"

Players of Baldur’s Gate 3 are expressing strong emotions for an NPC named Dammon, whom they are unable to romance despite their desire to do so. The discussion was sparked by a player's post expressing their wish to romance Dammon, with many others joining in to share their similar sentiments. Players are passionately discussing their affection for the character, highlighting the strong emotional connections that can develop with non-romanceable NPCs in the game.

via Dexerto|

#baldurs-gate-3 #discussion #gaming

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Baldur’s Gate 3 Players Debate the Best and Worst NPCs in the Game"

Baldur’s Gate 3 players are expressing their dislike for the NPC Aradin, citing his perceived ineptitude and poor decision-making as reasons for their frustration. The community on the game's subreddit has engaged in discussions about Aradin's shortcomings, with many players criticizing his actions and expressing regret for saving him in the game. Despite the negative feedback, Aradin's presence has not detracted from players' overall enjoyment of Baldur’s Gate 3.

via Dexerto|

#baldurs-gate-3 #community #dislike

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Locating and Managing the Black Marketeer in Palworld"

In Palworld, players can catch Black Marketeers by defeating them and using a Hyper Sphere to capture them, then bring them to their base to refresh their Pal stock. Black Marketeers can be found at specific locations and offer illegal Pals and captured humans for sale, as well as higher rarity Pals. Refreshing their stock requires spawning them at the base, but it comes at a high cost, requiring a substantial amount of gold.

via Dexerto|

#black-marketeer #capturing #gaming

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Baldur’s Gate 3 Player Questions Fan-Favorite NPC's Hype"

A Baldur’s Gate 3 player expresses disappointment with the fan-favorite NPC, Gortash, questioning the character's appeal and likening him to an unappealing persona. While some fans defend Gortash's charm, citing voice acting and sleaziness as factors, the player's opinion contrasts with the widespread admiration for the character within the game's community.

via Dexerto|

#baldurs-gate-3 #fan-reaction #gaming

gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

"Palworld: Complete Guide to Black Marketeer Locations, Pals, and Items"

In the game Palworld, players can interact with the Black Marketeer NPC to buy and sell contraband and stolen pals, with each Black Marketeer located in specific areas and offering different stock that restocks daily. These rare pals have no legal ownership drawbacks, making them valuable for players looking to delve into the game's darker side.

via PCGamesN|

#black-marketeer #contraband #gaming

gaming2 years ago•3 min saved

"Mastering Palworld: Uncovering Black Marketeer Locations"

In the game Palworld, players can find the Black Marketeer, a crucial NPC who buys and sells illegal Pals. The most convenient Black Marketeer is located in the Abandoned Mineshaft below the Desecrated Church, making it easy to access for players. These Black Marketeers purchase stolen or illegal Pals for full price and also sell rare and varied Pals, making them ideal for obtaining Pals that players haven't encountered yet.

via Dot Esports|

#abandoned-mineshaft #black-marketeer #gaming

technologygaming2 years ago•3 min saved

"The Impact of AI-Powered NPCs on the Future of Gaming"

Nvidia and Convai have developed an AI-powered NPC generator called Omniverse Avatar Cloud Engine, aiming to create video game characters without the need for human writers, artists, and actors. However, a demo at CES 2024 revealed that the AI characters lack the depth and emotion that hand-crafted characters possess, leading to concerns about the impact on voice actors and the authenticity of game experiences. Despite efforts to imbue the AI characters with personality traits and backstories, they come across as soulless and lacking the realness that human creativity brings to beloved video game characters. This development comes amid ongoing layoffs in the video game industry, raising concerns about the treatment of workers and the potential impact of AI on game development.

via Kotaku|

#ai #game-development #npc

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Ubisoft's Text-to-Speech Mishap in New Prince of Persia Game"

Reviews for the upcoming game Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown are positive, but a puzzling discovery was made during previews: one of the NPCs is voiced by a text-to-speech program, which Ubisoft says was a placeholder and will be replaced in a late January or early February update. The character, Kalux, has eight lines recorded via a free text-to-speech program, leading to a stilted, robotic delivery. Despite this, the game is receiving praise for its innovation in the Metroidvania genre, with a day-one patch planned to address various aspects of the game.

via Kotaku|

#gaming #metroidvania #npc