
#342 – Todd Howard: Skyrim, Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout, and Starfield
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Crafting Immersive Game Worlds
This chapter explores the intricacies of developing open-world games, emphasizing the coordination of various systems like AI, physics, and rendering to enhance gameplay. It focuses on innovative NPC interactions and the emotional depth they can bring, including advanced AI technologies that enable meaningful relationships with players. The discussion also highlights the nostalgic bond gamers form with their games, framing these experiences as akin to past relationships.
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