➀ Nvidia announced the official launch of RTX Remix, supporting DLSS 4 and RTX Neural Shaders, allowing developers to add ray-traced effects to classic games. ➁ 90% of RTX GPU users utilize features like DLSS, ray-traced graphics, and Nvidia Reflex. ➂ Nvidia shipped twice as many RTX 50 GPUs as RTX 40 GPUs at launch.
Recent #AI in Gaming news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Gamers are requesting a 'AI games' filter on Steam; ➁ Valve has updated its policy to require developers to disclose the use of Generative AI tools; ➂ Concerns are raised about AI models trained on pirated content.
➀ Activision has admitted to using AI for in-game asset creation in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6; ➁ The admission was prompted by Valve's updated Steam policy requiring disclosure of AI use; ➂ AI has been used to create assets like calling cards, stickers, and skins, with examples like the 'zombified Santa' skin being created by AI.
➀ Sony revealed Project Amethyst, a collaboration with AMD, to integrate AI into visuals and gameplay; ➁ The project aims to enhance game development with AI tools for more immersive experiences; ➂ Sony envisions AI improving gameplay mechanics, character interactions, and narratives.
1. Amazon Games CEO Christoph Hartmann discusses the potential of AI in game development, particularly in generating new gameplay ideas and localization. 2. Hartmann claims that AI will not replace programming roles but might take over 'boring parts' of development. 3. The statement that games 'don't really have acting' has raised eyebrows, and concerns about AI potentially replacing localization roles.