Playing With Inference

Ep 10: GenAI Advances in 3D Character Animation (AUDIO ONLY)

THIS IS THE AUDIO ONLY VERSION OF THE EPISODE
 
In this episode, we chat with Viren Tellis, CEO and co-founder of Uthana, about the transformative potential of generative AI in the 3D animation pipeline for games. Viren explains Uthana's journey from its inception to its current state, focusing on its ability to generate real-time, on-demand animations. 
Key topics include the evolution and speed of AI integration in animation, the challenges and potential of AI models, and the future landscape of real-time generative animation. Whether you're a game developer, animator, or someone interested in the cutting-edge of AI, this episode offers deep insights into how technology is reshaping the creative processes in gaming.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction to Generative AI in 3D Animation00:38 Real-Time Animation: How Close Are We?01:36 The Journey of Uthana: From Philanthropy to AI Animation03:02 Understanding Human Motion and AI Models05:32 Challenges and Innovations in Animation Engineering13:30 The Role of AI in Animation Editing24:32 Future of AI in Animation and Game Development26:09 Text Emotion API and Real-Time Animation28:50 Interactivity in 3D vs 2D Generation30:08 AI Tools and the Future of Game Development32:25 Quality vs Innovation in Game Development42:47 Ethical Concerns and AI in Animation50:18 Future Prospects and Challenges in AI Animation53:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI

Ep 10: GenAI Advances in 3D Character Animation

In this episode, we chat with Viren Tellis, CEO and co-founder of Uthana, about the transformative potential of generative AI in the 3D animation pipeline for games. Viren explains Uthana's journey from its inception to its current state, focusing on its ability to generate real-time, on-demand animations. 
Key topics include the evolution and speed of AI integration in animation, the challenges and potential of AI models, and the future landscape of real-time generative animation. Whether you're a game developer, animator, or someone interested in the cutting-edge of AI, this episode offers deep insights into how technology is reshaping the creative processes in gaming.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction to Generative AI in 3D Animation00:38 Real-Time Animation: How Close Are We?01:36 The Journey of Uthana: From Philanthropy to AI Animation03:02 Understanding Human Motion and AI Models05:32 Challenges and Innovations in Animation Engineering13:30 The Role of AI in Animation Editing24:32 Future of AI in Animation and Game Development26:09 Text Emotion API and Real-Time Animation28:50 Interactivity in 3D vs 2D Generation30:08 AI Tools and the Future of Game Development32:25 Quality vs Innovation in Game Development42:47 Ethical Concerns and AI in Animation50:18 Future Prospects and Challenges in AI Animation53:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI

Ep 9: Lessons from the Release and Success of Suck Up! (AUDIO ONLY)

THIS IS THE AUDIO ONLY VERSION
In this episode of 'Playing With Inference,' we delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and games with Ran Mo, the CEO and founder of Proxima, the creators of the groundbreaking game 'Suck Up.' Ran discusses Proxima's journey from its 2022 inception to the release of 'Suck Up,' one of the first games to integrate generative AI and machine learning into its gameplay. 
The conversation covers the complexities of game development using AI, the challenges of building scalable in-game systems, and the broader implications of AI on the gaming industry. They also explore how AI can drive new types of gameplay experiences, the economic realities of game development, and the potential future directions of AI-driven games.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction to Playing With Inference00:14 Meet Ran Mo: CEO and Founder of Proxima01:06 The Evolution of Suck Up02:18 Proxima's Journey and Challenges03:28 The Impact of Generative AI on Game Development04:54 Navigating the Changing Game Industry06:19 The Viral Formula for Games08:38 The Future of AI in Gaming11:54 Attention Economy and Gaming15:45 Generative AI: A Game Changer?29:35 Fast Fashion in the Gaming Industry31:24 The Evolution of Game Development31:56 Challenges of Integrating Generative AI in Games32:36 Lessons from Suck Up's Development32:54 Balancing AI Complexity and Game Design34:34 The Future of AI in Gaming36:48 Exploring New Game Concepts47:37 Monetization Strategies for AI Games54:08 The Rapid Pace of Technological Change55:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast

Ep 9: Lessons from the Release and Success of Suck Up!

In this episode of 'Playing With Inference,' we delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and games with Ran Mo, the CEO and founder of Proxima, the creators of the groundbreaking game 'Suck Up.' Ran discusses Proxima's journey from its 2022 inception to the release of 'Suck Up,' one of the first games to integrate generative AI and machine learning into its gameplay. 
The conversation covers the complexities of game development using AI, the challenges of building scalable in-game systems, and the broader implications of AI on the gaming industry. They also explore how AI can drive new types of gameplay experiences, the economic realities of game development, and the potential future directions of AI-driven games.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction to Playing With Inference00:14 Meet Ran Mo: CEO and Founder of Proxima01:06 The Evolution of Suck Up02:18 Proxima's Journey and Challenges03:28 The Impact of Generative AI on Game Development04:54 Navigating the Changing Game Industry06:19 The Viral Formula for Games08:38 The Future of AI in Gaming11:54 Attention Economy and Gaming15:45 Generative AI: A Game Changer?29:35 Fast Fashion in the Gaming Industry31:24 The Evolution of Game Development31:56 Challenges of Integrating Generative AI in Games32:36 Lessons from Suck Up's Development32:54 Balancing AI Complexity and Game Design34:34 The Future of AI in Gaming36:48 Exploring New Game Concepts47:37 Monetization Strategies for AI Games54:08 The Rapid Pace of Technological Change55:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast

Ep 8: GenAI as Development Accelerant (AUDIO ONLY)

AUDIO ONLY VERSION
In this episode, we talk with Irena Pereira about her dual role in running Unleashed Games and Infinite Realms. Irena shares insights into how she is using AI to accelerate game development in a way that she believes ensures job security for developers. We talk a lot about how she's used GenAI with her small team to deliver outsized results, and how it compares to her experiences with larger teams on games like World of Warcraft. We talk a lot about the core of the idea at Infinite Realms, using GenAI to do rapid preproduction on written IP's that might otherwise be overlooked, allowing teams and IP holders to deliver games and experiences with small teams that might otherwise not be accessible to players at all.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction to AI in Game Development00:11 Meet Irena Pereira: The Dual Startup Founder01:16 Keynote Experience and AI's Role in Game Development03:28 Infinite Realms: Bringing Literary Worlds to Life06:52 Unleashed Games: Family-Friendly Cooperative RPGs10:38 AI in Game Development: Challenges and Innovations19:48 Distilling IPs into Game Development Artifacts29:00 Reception and Future of AI Tools in Game Development32:05 Career Beginnings and Challenges32:41 Joining the United States Air Force33:26 Innovations in Air Tasking Orders36:01 AI in Game Development37:20 Effective Use of AI in Collaboration40:03 Prototyping and Iteration with AI48:13 Art Style Testing with AI51:48 Future of Game Development with AI01:04:48 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast

Ep 8: GenAI as Development Accelerant

In this episode, we talk with Irena Pereira about her dual role in running Unleashed Games and Infinite Realms. Irena shares insights into how she is using AI to accelerate game development in a way that she believes ensures job security for developers. We talk a lot about how she's used GenAI with her small team to deliver outsized results, and how it compares to her experiences with larger teams on games like World of Warcraft. We talk a lot about the core of the idea at Infinite Realms, using GenAI to do rapid preproduction on written IP's that might otherwise be overlooked, allowing teams and IP holders to deliver games and experiences with small teams that might otherwise not be accessible to players at all.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction to AI in Game Development00:11 Meet Irena Pereira: The Dual Startup Founder01:16 Keynote Experience and AI's Role in Game Development03:28 Infinite Realms: Bringing Literary Worlds to Life06:52 Unleashed Games: Family-Friendly Cooperative RPGs10:38 AI in Game Development: Challenges and Innovations19:48 Distilling IPs into Game Development Artifacts29:00 Reception and Future of AI Tools in Game Development32:05 Career Beginnings and Challenges32:41 Joining the United States Air Force33:26 Innovations in Air Tasking Orders36:01 AI in Game Development37:20 Effective Use of AI in Collaboration40:03 Prototyping and Iteration with AI48:13 Art Style Testing with AI51:48 Future of Game Development with AI01:04:48 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

Ep 7: Exploring Player Experience with GenAI (AUDIO ONLY)

THIS IS THE AUDIO ONLY VERSION
 
Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts explore the real value of generative AI in the gaming industry. Featuring Shawn Faust, COO of Fortis Games, this episode dives into how Gen AI transforms game development and enhances player experiences. Shawn shares his extensive hands-on journey, discusses the potential of generative AI to create new game genres, and examines critical aspects like accessibility, cost, and innovation. Learn about the impact of AI-driven content, the application of LLMs in game design, and the future of deep social connections in gaming. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the promises and challenges of integrating AI into games. Don’t miss this engaging discussion on the future of interactive entertainment.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:09 Exploring the Value of Generative AI in Games04:24 Historical Context and AI in Games06:51 Generative AI's Impact on Content Creation09:52 Social Media vs. Generative AI14:14 AI Companions and Social Connection25:35 Future of AI in Enhancing Social Interactions32:03 The Value of Optimizing Mobile Game Funnels33:40 Data Utilization in Free-to-Play Games34:28 Challenges of Data Portability and Proprietary Information35:33 Economic Incentives for Licensing Data39:21 Generative AI and Game Distribution40:46 The Power of Short-Form Content42:23 Generative AI in Long-Form Game Experiences51:50 The Future of Deep System Games55:39 Closing Thoughts on Technology and Connection

Ep 7: Exploring Player Experience with GenAI

Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts explore the real value of generative AI in the gaming industry. Featuring Shawn Faust, COO of Fortis Games, this episode dives into how Gen AI transforms game development and enhances player experiences. Shawn shares his extensive hands-on journey, discusses the potential of generative AI to create new game genres, and examines critical aspects like accessibility, cost, and innovation. Learn about the impact of AI-driven content, the application of LLMs in game design, and the future of deep social connections in gaming. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the promises and challenges of integrating AI into games. Don’t miss this engaging discussion on the future of interactive entertainment.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:09 Exploring the Value of Generative AI in Games04:24 Historical Context and AI in Games06:51 Generative AI's Impact on Content Creation09:52 Social Media vs. Generative AI14:14 AI Companions and Social Connection25:35 Future of AI in Enhancing Social Interactions32:03 The Value of Optimizing Mobile Game Funnels33:40 Data Utilization in Free-to-Play Games34:28 Challenges of Data Portability and Proprietary Information35:33 Economic Incentives for Licensing Data39:21 Generative AI and Game Distribution40:46 The Power of Short-Form Content42:23 Generative AI in Long-Form Game Experiences51:50 The Future of Deep System Games55:39 Closing Thoughts on Technology and Connection

Ep 6: AI & Digital Improvisation in Entertainment (AUDIO ONLY)

NOTE: This is the Audio Only  version.
Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts dive into the role of generative AI in digital improvisation experiences, featuring guest Stephen Piron, co-founder of Pickford AI. The episode explores the challenges and potential of using AI for creating interactive improv in comedy, theater, and gaming. Stephen shares his experiences with notable projects, including a deep fake of Joe Rogan that went viral and attracted international intelligence agencies' attention. The conversation also touches on the evolution of AI in Hollywood, the importance of narrative control, and the ethical considerations around intellectual property in AI-generated content. Don't miss this engaging discussion on the future of AI in storytelling and entertainment.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction to Generative AI in Digital Improvisation00:36 Guest Introduction: Steven Piron and His Work01:22 The Joe Rogan Deepfake Incident03:35 Concerns and Implications of Deepfakes06:30 Generative AI in Entertainment: A New Frontier09:26 Interactive AI-Driven Experiences14:31 Challenges and Future of AI in Entertainment18:26 The Role of Audience in AI-Generated Content23:01 Comparing AI-Generated Content to Traditional Media31:17 Technological Limitations and Future Prospects34:47 Exploring Storytelling in Games35:50 Interactive Narratives and Agency in Video Games36:37 The Evolution of Dynamic Storytelling40:50 Immersive Theater and Emotional Engagement49:20 AI's Role in Hollywood and Gaming55:42 The Future of Content Creation and Distribution01:03:46 Real-Time Audience Feedback and Storytelling01:05:36 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast

Ep 6: AI & Digital Improvisation in Entertainment

Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts dive into the role of generative AI in digital improvisation experiences, featuring guest Stephen Piron, co-founder of Pickford AI. The episode explores the challenges and potential of using AI for creating interactive improv in comedy, theater, and gaming. Stephen shares his experiences with notable projects, including a deep fake of Joe Rogan that went viral and attracted international intelligence agencies' attention. The conversation also touches on the evolution of AI in Hollywood, the importance of narrative control, and the ethical considerations around intellectual property in AI-generated content. Don't miss this engaging discussion on the future of AI in storytelling and entertainment.
New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 
00:00 Introduction to Generative AI in Digital Improvisation00:36 Guest Introduction: Steven Piron and His Work01:22 The Joe Rogan Deepfake Incident03:35 Concerns and Implications of Deepfakes06:30 Generative AI in Entertainment: A New Frontier09:26 Interactive AI-Driven Experiences14:31 Challenges and Future of AI in Entertainment18:26 The Role of Audience in AI-Generated Content23:01 Comparing AI-Generated Content to Traditional Media31:17 Technological Limitations and Future Prospects34:47 Exploring Storytelling in Games35:50 Interactive Narratives and Agency in Video Games36:37 The Evolution of Dynamic Storytelling40:50 Immersive Theater and Emotional Engagement49:20 AI's Role in Hollywood and Gaming55:42 The Future of Content Creation and Distribution01:03:46 Real-Time Audience Feedback and Storytelling01:05:36 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast