Playing With Inference
A podcast focused on the intersection of Generative AI and Games, trying to move past the hype and noise and talk with folks building in the space about real lessons learned and the current state of things.
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Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' where we explore the intersection of AI and gaming. In this episode, hosts delve into AI's role in game jams and hackathons, featuring guests Remi Kaito and Gabrielle Duciel, co-founders of Arcade.ai.
They discuss their experiences with winning game AI hackathons, including Supercell's global contest, and how they're enabling anyone to create games effortlessly on the web with Arcade.ai. Discover Remi's early entrepreneurial journey in the Minecraft community and Gabrielle's technical insights, as they share valuable tips for hackathons and the cutting-edge technology behind their platform. Don't miss this fascinating conversation about transforming game development with AI.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Introduction to AI in Game Jams and Hackathons00:16 Meet the Founders: Remi Keto and Gabrielle Dusel00:56 Remi's Journey: From Minecraft to AI Startups02:16 Gabrielle's Classical Path to CTO03:41 Remi's Hackathon Success Stories04:15 Innovative Game Concepts and AI Integration08:31 Technical Challenges and Solutions in AI Game Development13:43 Future of AI in Gaming and Industry Insights20:44 Hackathons: Strategies, Experiences, and Advice29:38 The Essence of Hackathons: Ideas Over Tech30:22 Startup Weekend: A Decade-Old Experience30:56 Different Approaches to HackathonsU31:37 Meeting New People at Hackathons31:54 Introducing Arcade AI32:26 Arcade AI: Vision and Current Progress33:04 User Experience and Accessibility in Arcade AI34:36 The Dual User Base of Arcade AI41:41 Challenges and Strategies in Game Creation Platforms44:18 Technological Foundations of Arcade AI45:50 The Importance of UX in Game Development53:16 Contextual Tools and AI Integration55:18 Closing Remarks and Future Prospects
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' where we explore the intersection of AI and gaming. In this episode, hosts delve into AI's role in game jams and hackathons, featuring guests Remi Kaito and Gabrielle Duciel, co-founders of Arcade.ai.
They discuss their experiences with winning game AI hackathons, including Supercell's global contest, and how they're enabling anyone to create games effortlessly on the web with Arcade.ai. Discover Remi's early entrepreneurial journey in the Minecraft community and Gabrielle's technical insights, as they share valuable tips for hackathons and the cutting-edge technology behind their platform. Don't miss this fascinating conversation about transforming game development with AI.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Introduction to AI in Game Jams and Hackathons00:16 Meet the Founders: Remi Keto and Gabrielle Dusel00:56 Remi's Journey: From Minecraft to AI Startups02:16 Gabrielle's Classical Path to CTO03:41 Remi's Hackathon Success Stories04:15 Innovative Game Concepts and AI Integration08:31 Technical Challenges and Solutions in AI Game Development13:43 Future of AI in Gaming and Industry Insights20:44 Hackathons: Strategies, Experiences, and Advice29:38 The Essence of Hackathons: Ideas Over Tech30:22 Startup Weekend: A Decade-Old Experience30:56 Different Approaches to HackathonsU31:37 Meeting New People at Hackathons31:54 Introducing Arcade AI32:26 Arcade AI: Vision and Current Progress33:04 User Experience and Accessibility in Arcade AI34:36 The Dual User Base of Arcade AI41:41 Challenges and Strategies in Game Creation Platforms44:18 Technological Foundations of Arcade AI45:50 The Importance of UX in Game Development53:16 Contextual Tools and AI Integration55:18 Closing Remarks and Future Prospects
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts dive into the intersection of creativity in games and the role of AI, featuring guests Brendan Mulligan and Dave Lieberman, co-founders of Liminal Experiences. They discuss the development of 'Liminal Skies,' a game allowing players to design AI-powered characters. Brendan and Dave share their backgrounds at Riot Games and startups, and explore the ideas behind their creative AI storytelling platform.
The episode delves into the balance between narrative storytelling and simulation, the potential of generative AI in game development, and the future trends in the gaming industry. Don't miss this insightful discussion on the innovative approaches of Liminal Experiences to bringing creativity and AI together in gaming.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Episode Intro00:15 Meet the Founders of Liminal Experiences01:05 Exploring Liminal Skies01:33 The Role of AI in Creativity04:03 Balancing Realism and Creativity07:02 AI's Impact on Gameplay12:48 The Future of Game Development20:44 Episodic Storytelling in Games30:58 Session-Based Gaming and Industry Trends33:53 The Challenge of Competing with Past and Future Games34:18 Lessons from Other Mediums: Music, Film, and Text34:55 The Smiling Curve and Industry Trends37:40 The Impact of AI on Game Development42:29 The Role of Distribution and Platforms45:06 Creators and the Future of Game Storytelling57:49 The Journey of Liminal and AI Integration01:09:48 Conclusion and Future Prospects
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts dive into the intersection of creativity in games and the role of AI, featuring guests Brendan Mulligan and Dave Lieberman, co-founders of Liminal Experiences. They discuss the development of 'Liminal Skies,' a game allowing players to design AI-powered characters. Brendan and Dave share their backgrounds at Riot Games and startups, and explore the ideas behind their creative AI storytelling platform.
The episode delves into the balance between narrative storytelling and simulation, the potential of generative AI in game development, and the future trends in the gaming industry. Don't miss this insightful discussion on the innovative approaches of Liminal Experiences to bringing creativity and AI together in gaming.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Episode Intro00:15 Meet the Founders of Liminal Experiences01:05 Exploring Liminal Skies01:33 The Role of AI in Creativity04:03 Balancing Realism and Creativity07:02 AI's Impact on Gameplay12:48 The Future of Game Development20:44 Episodic Storytelling in Games30:58 Session-Based Gaming and Industry Trends33:53 The Challenge of Competing with Past and Future Games34:18 Lessons from Other Mediums: Music, Film, and Text34:55 The Smiling Curve and Industry Trends37:40 The Impact of AI on Game Development42:29 The Role of Distribution and Platforms45:06 Creators and the Future of Game Storytelling57:49 The Journey of Liminal and AI Integration01:09:48 Conclusion and Future Prospects
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as we explore the intersection of generative AI and tabletop gaming. Today's episode revisits the digital translation and enhancement of RPG experiences through AI. Featuring Will and David, co-founders of Friends and Fables, the discussion dives into their journey from a simple Discord bot to a platform for AI-driven RPGs.
Discover how their system integrates persistent game state, dynamic world-building, and the challenges of balancing creativity with constraints. We also talk about the technical nuances of using different AI models and their approach to optimizing speed and costs. Whether you're a forever GM or a solo player, this episode sheds light on the future of AI in creating immersive, interactive gaming worlds.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Introduction to Playing With Inference00:28 Meet the Founders of Friends and Fables01:56 The Evolution of AI Game Masters02:45 Challenges and Innovations in Game State Management04:01 The Role of AI in Enhancing RPG Experiences05:22 Balancing Constraints and Creativity08:33 Player Engagement and Usage Patterns11:00 World Building and Customization19:36 Handling Truth and Consistency in AI-Driven Games28:12 Challenges in Narration and Dialogue29:02 Development Time and System Rewrites29:54 Avoiding Repetition in Narratives31:28 Guiding AI in Storytelling33:58 Technological Approaches and Model Selection40:18 Evaluating New Models50:54 Game Design Inspirations and Solo RPGs54:17 Conclusion and Contact Information
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as we explore the intersection of generative AI and tabletop gaming. Today's episode revisits the digital translation and enhancement of RPG experiences through AI. Featuring Will and David, co-founders of Friends and Fables, the discussion dives into their journey from a simple Discord bot to a platform for AI-driven RPGs.
Discover how their system integrates persistent game state, dynamic world-building, and the challenges of balancing creativity with constraints. We also talk about the technical nuances of using different AI models and their approach to optimizing speed and costs. Whether you're a forever GM or a solo player, this episode sheds light on the future of AI in creating immersive, interactive gaming worlds.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Introduction to Playing With Inference00:28 Meet the Founders of Friends and Fables01:56 The Evolution of AI Game Masters02:45 Challenges and Innovations in Game State Management04:01 The Role of AI in Enhancing RPG Experiences05:22 Balancing Constraints and Creativity08:33 Player Engagement and Usage Patterns11:00 World Building and Customization19:36 Handling Truth and Consistency in AI-Driven Games28:12 Challenges in Narration and Dialogue29:02 Development Time and System Rewrites29:54 Avoiding Repetition in Narratives31:28 Guiding AI in Storytelling33:58 Technological Approaches and Model Selection40:18 Evaluating New Models50:54 Game Design Inspirations and Solo RPGs54:17 Conclusion and Contact Information
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' a podcast where we explore the intersection of AI and gaming. In this episode, we delve into the concept of playful creation with Nuno Leiria, founder of Nilo — a platform designed for creating games as easily as playing them.
With over 15 years of experience in the game development industry, Nuno has worked on titles like Fortnite and Fable, focusing particularly on game engines. He shares his journey, explaining how generative AI is transforming game development by making complex tasks easier and more enjoyable. Learn about Nilo’s innovative approach to combining AI-driven game creation with collaborative, browser-based technology and discover how players can become creators in an ecosystem designed for both solo and social play.
From the philosophy of fast feedback loops to the potential future of AI in game engines, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the cutting-edge methods driving the next generation of game development.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Introduction to Playful Creation00:54 Nuno Leiria's Journey in Game Developmentt02:37 The Frustrations and Solutions in Game Creation03:02 Generative AI and Its Impact on Game Development03:29 The Concept of Playful Creation04:13 Building and Sharing on Nilo05:41 Designing Nilo: Fast Feedback Loops and Browser-Based Collaboration09:04 Innovative UI and Game Design Principles19:32 Generative AI Models in Nilo21:34 Challenges and Limitations of Generative AI24:32 AI Model for Real-Time 3D Creation25:28 Iterative Creation and User Feedback26:33 Challenges and Hopes for AI Models27:23 Unified Rigging and Creature Creation27:52 The Future of Game Development31:14 Aspiring Builders and User Demographics33:17 Browser vs. Native Apps for Games40:57 Social 3D Creation and Low Friction Play47:22 The Importance of Small Social Networks51:59 Nilo's Development and Future Plans
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' a podcast where we explore the intersection of AI and gaming. In this episode, we delve into the concept of playful creation with Nuno Leiria, founder of Nilo — a platform designed for creating games as easily as playing them.
With over 15 years of experience in the game development industry, Nuno has worked on titles like Fortnite and Fable, focusing particularly on game engines. He shares his journey, explaining how generative AI is transforming game development by making complex tasks easier and more enjoyable. Learn about Nilo’s innovative approach to combining AI-driven game creation with collaborative, browser-based technology and discover how players can become creators in an ecosystem designed for both solo and social play.
From the philosophy of fast feedback loops to the potential future of AI in game engines, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the cutting-edge methods driving the next generation of game development.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Introduction to Playful Creation00:54 Nuno Leiria's Journey in Game Developmentt02:37 The Frustrations and Solutions in Game Creation03:02 Generative AI and Its Impact on Game Development03:29 The Concept of Playful Creation04:13 Building and Sharing on Nilo05:41 Designing Nilo: Fast Feedback Loops and Browser-Based Collaboration09:04 Innovative UI and Game Design Principles19:32 Generative AI Models in Nilo21:34 Challenges and Limitations of Generative AI24:32 AI Model for Real-Time 3D Creation25:28 Iterative Creation and User Feedback26:33 Challenges and Hopes for AI Models27:23 Unified Rigging and Creature Creation27:52 The Future of Game Development31:14 Aspiring Builders and User Demographics33:17 Browser vs. Native Apps for Games40:57 Social 3D Creation and Low Friction Play47:22 The Importance of Small Social Networks51:59 Nilo's Development and Future Plans
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
In this episode of 'Playing with Inference,' hosts discuss AI-powered QA and agent-based QA testing in gaming with Jan Schnyder, co-founder and CEO of Nunu AI. Jan shares insights on how Nunu AI is building advanced AI agents to play and test games, the complexities of automated game testing, and the future of AI in QA.
The conversation also explores the intersection of robotics, game development, and artificial intelligence, along with the challenges of replicating human-like testing behaviors and understanding game intent. Join us for a deep dive into the cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of game quality assurance.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Introduction to AI and Games00:10 Meet Jans Schnyder: Co-founder of Nunu AI01:51 The Intersection of Robotics and AI in Gaming02:16 Challenges and Innovations in Game Testing08:47 The Role of QA in Game Development13:30 AI's Impact on QA and Game Development17:13 Future of AI in Game Testing24:19 Exploring AI's Capabilities in Game Testing32:56 The Challenge of Evaluating Game Fun with AI33:35 AI's Role in Game Testing and Data Science35:03 The Importance of Context in AI Decision Making39:24 Speed vs. Intelligence Trade-offs in AI40:58 Benchmarking AI Performance in Games42:51 Exploring AI Native Games and Testing48:23 The Future of AI in Game Development53:12 Marketing and Public Perception of AI in Games57:17 Generalization and Innovation in AI01:00:06 Closing Thoughts and Future Prospects
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
In this episode of 'Playing with Inference,' hosts discuss AI-powered QA and agent-based QA testing in gaming with Jan Schnyder, co-founder and CEO of Nunu AI. Jan shares insights on how Nunu AI is building advanced AI agents to play and test games, the complexities of automated game testing, and the future of AI in QA.
The conversation also explores the intersection of robotics, game development, and artificial intelligence, along with the challenges of replicating human-like testing behaviors and understanding game intent. Join us for a deep dive into the cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of game quality assurance.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H
00:00 Introduction to AI and Games00:10 Meet Jans Schnyder: Co-founder of Nunu AI01:51 The Intersection of Robotics and AI in Gaming02:16 Challenges and Innovations in Game Testing08:47 The Role of QA in Game Development13:30 AI's Impact on QA and Game Development17:13 Future of AI in Game Testing24:19 Exploring AI's Capabilities in Game Testing32:56 The Challenge of Evaluating Game Fun with AI33:35 AI's Role in Game Testing and Data Science35:03 The Importance of Context in AI Decision Making39:24 Speed vs. Intelligence Trade-offs in AI40:58 Benchmarking AI Performance in Games42:51 Exploring AI Native Games and Testing48:23 The Future of AI in Game Development53:12 Marketing and Public Perception of AI in Games57:17 Generalization and Innovation in AI01:00:06 Closing Thoughts and Future Prospects
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI