Game Scoop! 740: Would You Play an AI-Generated Video Game?
Sep 29, 2023
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IGN Game Scoop! hosts discuss Baldur's Gate 3 and AI-generated video games. They explore the challenges of comparing RPGs from different eras and share their thoughts on DLC and getting back into Cyberpunk 2077. The hosts delve into the potential of AI-generated games and the future of creativity, expressing concern about the lack of human touch. They also play a game of video game 20 questions and try to identify a Nintendo DS game.
DLC needs to offer compelling new content to pull players back into a game.
AI-generated video games raise concerns about human creativity and personalized experiences.
In the future, we may see fully AI-generated AAA video games, raising questions about human authorship and preference.
Deep dives
Using Apple products at Microsoft
At Microsoft, employees are allowed to use Apple products, but they are required to cover the Apple logo on their devices with stickers to maintain appearances.
DLC and pulling players back in
For DLC to pull players back in, it needs to offer something compelling, such as a new storyline, gameplay overhaul, or integration into the main game. Some favorite DLCs include those made by Nintendo and CD Projekt Red, as they often provide new experiences and characters.
AI-generated video games
The idea of AI-generated video games raises concerns about the lack of human creativity and the potential for personalized experiences. While AI may have a role in modifying or enhancing games, it remains to be seen if fully AI-generated games can offer the same depth and emotional impact as those crafted by human creators.
AI-Generated AAA Video Games
The podcast episode discusses the possibility of AI-generated AAA video games in the future. While it may not happen immediately, the speakers agree that it is only a matter of time before we see a fully realized AAA video game created entirely by AI, including graphics, voices, and story. They reflect on the initial promise of AI to handle menial tasks and free up humans for more creative endeavors, but express concerns about the impact on human authorship and personal preference for games created by human developers.
Guessing the DS Exclusive
In this episode's game segment, the hosts play 20 Questions to guess a DS exclusive game published by Nintendo. Through the process, they narrow down the possibilities to the rhythm-based game 'Elite Beat Agents.' They discuss their fondness for the game, its challenging nature, and their realization of the poor song covers included in the game. The segment highlights the uniqueness and enjoyment of 'Elite Beat Agents' as a music-based game on the DS.
Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Matt Kim -- are discussing Baldur's Gate 3, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, AI-generated games, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions.
00:00:00 - Intro/Baldur's Gate 3
00:12:54 - How soon can a game be declared the greatest of all time?
00:19:24 - What does DLC need to do to pull you back to a game?
00:28:38 - Would you play an AI-generated video game?