Convai takes AI-driven NPCs to next level with Nvidia Avatar Cloud Engine
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Convai and Nvidia are planning to take AI-driven non-player characters (NPCs) to the next level with more generative AI advances.
They already created an amazing demo of the tech with a realistic ramen shop and its characters Jin and Kai. Now Convai is showing off the next evolution in AI-driven character technology, which gives characters the ability to hold realistic conversations with players in games.
Showcasing more advances in conversational, perceptual, and action generation capabilities, Convai unveiled a leap in immersive gaming experiences.
The latest from Convai empowers users to engage NPCs dynamically, seeking real-time responses and actions. Characters now execute complex tasks, fetch items, and initiate interactions with other NPCs. Even during idle moments in the game, Convai-enabled NPCs engage with each other, expanding the spectrum of their interactions and perceptions within the virtual world.
Designed to integrate seamlessly with game engines like Unreal Engine and Unity, Convai’s latest iteration redefines the behavior and responsiveness of AI-driven characters within interactive environments.
These NPCs now possess enhanced spatial awareness, dynamic character actions, and the ability to engage in meaningful interactions with their environment and other characters. Beyond scripted responses, Convai-powered characters navigate complex instructions, showcase emotional awareness, and participate in organic interactions. It has the potential to reshape the landscape of gaming narratives.
In a strategic partnership, Convai integrated Nvidia Avatar Cloud Engine (ACE) modules,
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