A RESEARCH PAPER REPORT ON

AI In Game Industry
Submitted in the partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the
degree of
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
to
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi

Under the Guidance of: Submitted By:

Ms. Upasana Singh Lokendra Singh
Assistant Professor 025206062020
BCA – VI Semester (1 Shift)

BATCH: 2020 – 2023

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Abstract… .........................................................................................3
2. AI in Game Industry…………………………………………………………..4
3. Why Does AI in game Matter………………………………………………4
4. Application of AI in Game industry……………………………………..5
5. What are the benefits of AI in Game industry……………………….7
6. What are the kinds of AI in Games………………………………………9
7. What are the Top 5 innovation of AI……………………………………10
8. What is the Future of AI……….……………………………………………13
9. Top 20 Games…………………………………………………………………..14
10. Can AI make Games………………………………………………………..15
11. Reference……………………………………………………………………………16

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 ABSTRACT

AI In Game Industry

Artificial intelligence technology (AI) is widely used in various fields, and more and
more applications are used in game development. At present, through artificial
intelligence technology, the non-player character (NPC) has a certain degree of
self-learning and self-optimization ability to improve the playability of the game,
which has become a hot spot in the application research of video games. In this
paper, a game artificial intelligence system is constructed through finite state
machine, fuzzy state machine, artificial neural network and genetic algorithm, and
the NPC that meets the requirements of the game is obtained. This paper aims to
study the application of artificial intelligence technology in game development,
which has certain reference significance for artificial intelligence technology in
games application in the future.

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 INTRODUCTION

What is AI in Game Industry

AI in gaming refers to creating dynamic & personalized experiences through non-

player characters (NPCs) that behave in a creative & intelligent way. These NPCs are
designed to mimic human players, and their actions are determined by AI algorithms,
enabling them to respond & adapt to the game environment.
The hype around AI in gaming has been continuously growing for quite a while. Just
look at Cortana in Halo (yes, Microsoft named its virtual assistant after this character,
and we're so here for it!). And that's not the only game about artificial intelligence.
Several other games (like Detroit: Becoming Human) revolve primarily around AI and
Androids.

Why Does AI in Gaming Matter?

AI in gaming is all about enhancing a player’s experience. It is especially

important as developers deliver gaming experiences to different devices. No
longer is gaming simply a choice between console or desktop computer.
Rather, players expect immersive game experiences on a vast array of mobile
and wearable devices, from smartphones to VR headsets, and more. AI
enables developers to deliver console-like experiences across device types.

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Applications of AI in Gaming Industry

There are several ways in which artificial intelligence (AI) is being used in the
gaming industry:

1. Non-player characters (NPCs): AI is often used to control the behavior

of NPCs in games. These characters can interact with players in a more
realistic and dynamic way, adding to the immersion of the game.
2. Game design: AI is being used to design and balance game levels, as
well as to generate new content such as enemies and items. This helps
developers create more diverse and interesting games with less effort.
3. Gameplay: AI can enhance gameplay by providing intelligent
opponents for players to face off against. This makes games more
challenging and rewarding for players.
4. Virtual assistants: Some games include virtual assistants that can help
players by providing information or guidance during gameplay. These
assistants use natural language processing (NLP) to understand and
respond to player requests.
5. Personalization: AI can personalize gameplay for individual players by
adapting to their preferences and playstyle. This helps keep players
engaged and motivated to continue playing.
6. Predictive analytics: AI can be used to analyze player data and predict
how they will behave in the future. This can help developers design
games that are more engaging and tailored to the preferences of
specific player segments.

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 7. Fraud detection: AI can be used to detect fraudulent activity in online
games, such as cheating or hacking. This helps maintain the integrity of
the game and ensures that players have a fair and enjoyable
experience.

Overall, AI is helping to improve the quality and variety of games available,

as well as making them more immersive and engaging for players.

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What are the benefits of AI in games?

1. Enhanced player experience

Creating life-like situational developments to progress in the games adds excitement
to the gameplay. Increasing complexity in AI games ensures gamers are hooked to the
game. With the rise of different gaming devices gamers expect to have an immersive
experience across various devices.

2. Adaptive gameplay
AI algorithms can analyze the behaviour of players, learning patterns, mechanics,
game speed, etc. ensuring that players are consistently challenged & avoid monotony.

3. Realistic Non-Player Characteristics

NPCs or non-player characters are where Game AI is used the most. These are
characters in the game who act intelligently as if they were controlled by human
players. These characters’ behaviour is determined by AI algorithms and that adds
depth & complexity to the game, making it more engaging for the players.

4. Procedural content generation

AI algorithms can generate game content such as difficulty levels, quests, maps, tasks,
etc. This reduces development costs & time while providing players with endless
variations & new experiences every time.

5. Intelligent game balancing & testing

AI can be used to balance multi-player games, ensuring fair & enjoyable experiences
for all players. AI-powered testing can simulate hundreds of gameplay scenarios,
uncovering hidden bugs & optimizing game mechanics more efficiently.
Game AI can figure out the ability and emotional state of the player, and then tailor the
game according to that. This could even involve dynamic game difficulty balancing in
which the difficulty of the game is adjusted in real time, depending on the player's
ability. AI in gaming could even aid in figuring out the player’s intent.

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6. Future innovations
AI opens up the possibilities of future innovations in gaming, such as AR, VR, and
Mixed Reality, where AI algorithms can enhance adaptability, immersion, &
interactions within these environments.

7. Data mining
Artificial intelligence in gaming allows game designers and studios to perform data
mining on player behaviour to help them get an understanding of how people end up
playing the game, the parts that people play the most, and what causes users to stop
playing the game. This allows game developers to improve gameplay or identify
monetisation opportunities.

8. Efficient testing & bug detection

AI-powered testing can simulate hundreds of gameplay scenarios and identify bugs &
glitches and balance out issues quickly & efficiently compared to manual testing.

For example, in Red Dead Redemption 2, the behavior of NPCs and their interaction
with you depend on variables like blood stains on your clothes or the type of hat that
you are wearing. Since there is an enormous matrix of possibilities, the whole game
world could be manipulated by your decisions.

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What are the kinds of AI in games?

The most common types of AI in gaming techniques are:

1. Rule-based AI - Pre-defined rules & conditions to determine NPC

behavior.
2. Finite State Machines - Model NPC behaviours with pre-defined
patterns
3. Pathfinding AI - Determine the optimal path for NPCs to navigate
through a game environment.
4. Machine Learning AI - Adapting the behavior & decision-making based
on past experiences, training & exposure to data.
5. Behavior trees - Offers flexibility and allow for complex AI behaviours
that can adapt to changing conditions.
6. Reinforcement learning - Receives feedback in the form of penalties &
rewards based on the player’s actions & adjusts their behavior to
maximize rewards.

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What are the top 5 innovations of AI in the gaming
industry?

1. AI and Procedural Generation

2. AI and NPCs

3. AI and Game Balancing

4. AI and Game Analytics

5. AI and Game Design

AI and Procedural Generation

1. AI in Game Content Creation - AI can generate diverse & dynamic game
levels, quests, challenges, etc. providing unique experiences to players.
2. Infinite Content Possibilities - Enhances replay ability & extends the
lifespan of games.
3. Efficiency & Scalability - Create larger, more intricate environments in
less time.
4. Dynamic & Adaptive Environments - The game world can evolve,
regenerate & adjust based on player interactions & behavior.
5. Endless Exploration & Discovery - Each level can unveil new areas,
hidden treasures, unique encounters, etc. allowing discovery of the
game world in depth.

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AI and NPCs
1. Advanced AI behavior - NPCs can analyze the game environment,
interact with players, and make complex decisions based on objectives,
emotions & context.
2. Adaptive NPCs - NPCs can evolve their behavior, strategies & responses
over time.
3. Personalized Experiences - Custom quests, dialogue options & rewards
at the right instant will make players immersive in the game.
4. Dynamic Social Interactions - NPCs can display emotions, form
relationships, and respond based on player’s choices and actions.
5. Dynamic World Simulation - NPCs can engage in dynamic simulated
activities, such as trading, exploring, etc.
6. Collaborative NPCs - Function as cooperative teammates or opponents
in multi-player mode.

AI and Game Balancing

1. Automated Balancing - Based on the player performance, AI can adjust
the enemy behavior, difficulty levels, & game mechanics dynamically.
2. Player-driven Balancing - AI can learn from player behavior &
preferences to fine-tune game balancing.
3. Fair & Competitive Multi-player - Algorithms create balanced matchups
in multi-player games.
4. Rapid Iteration & Testing - AI can simulate countless test scenarios to
identify imbalances, bugs, etc.
5. Continuous Improvement - AI enables ongoing optimization of game
balancing through game updates & patches.

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AI and Game Analytics
1. Player Insights - Make data-driven decisions to improve the game
design and monetization strategies.
2. Adaptive Gameplay - AI can adapt difficult levels, pacing & content.
3. Live Operations & Updates - Game developers can analyze game
performance, player feedback, sentiment, etc.
4. Predictive Analytics - Developers can anticipate player needs, churn
rates, and and optimize game content & features accordingly.
5. Fraud Detection & Security - Analyze data patterns to detect & prevent
fraudulent activities.

AI and Game Design

1. Procedural Generation - Reduces the manual effort required for
content creation.
2. Intelligent NPCs - Enhance story-telling, create memorable characters,
and bring the game world alive.
3. Player Behavior Analysis - Enhance the overall game design process.
4. Proactive Game Design - Design game mechanics, challenges, &
content that aligns with the expectations of the player.

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What is the future of AI in gaming industry?

Artificial intelligence in video games design and development has evolved

substantially, but it's showing no signs of slowing down. Let's see what the
future seems to hold.

1. Cloud-Based Gaming with AI

Cloud gaming is a technology that streams games across the Internet rather
than requiring the user to download and install the game. This technology
has been in the works for years, but it's still not mainstream.

2. Blockchain-Based Gaming
Blockchain-based gaming is still not a famous phenomenon. It indicates that
both, gamers and developers need to get together on
the blockchain platform to play these games. At the same time, they need to
buy or owe digital properties to be a part of this gaming fraternity.

3. Voice or Audio Recognition-Based Games

Using audio recognition in gaming is going to change the way we perceive
gaming. With voice recognition in gaming, the user can control the gaming
gestures, monitor the controls, and even side-line the role of a controller.

4. Wearable Support Gaming and VR Gaming

Evolution in the field of AR, VR, and MR, has elevated the standards of
experiential games based on virtual reality and mixed reality, making them
more realistic and progressive towards entertainment. Oculus Quest is an
all-in-one PC-quality virtual reality device is the best example of a wearable
device used for wearable gaming.

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5. Improved Mobile Gaming Experience
Mobile gaming is an emerging trend that facilitates a player to access an
unlimited number of games with the convenience of their location. Phone
companies have been focusing on and developing devices compatible with
high resolution and heavy graphics.

Top 20 games that show the evolution of Artificial

Intelligence in video games
Artificial Intelligence in gaming has definitely come a long way. Here are the
top video games that use artificial intelligence with utmost finesse and show
you the progress that has been made in game development.

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1. Red Dead Redemption 2

2. Half-Life

3. Bioshock Infinite

4. Grand Theft Auto 5

5. Alien: Isolation

6. F.E.A.R.

7. Gothic

8. S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow Of Chernobyl

9. Halo: Combat Evolved

10. Middle Earth: Shadow Of Mordor

11. Minecraft

12. Darkforest

13. XCOM: Enemy Unknown

14. The Last of Us

15. Rocket League

16. Google Quick Draw

17. FIFA

18. Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Blacklist

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Can AI make games?

Yep, it can. AI has played a huge role in developing video games and tuning
them to the preferences of the players. The most commonly used technique
for this is machine learning. Basically, you could have the AI system learn
from a lot of games, create approximate representations of the games, and
then proceed to recombine the knowledge from these representations and
use conceptual expansion to create new games.
AI has been bringing some major changes to the world of gaming, and its
role is growing at a rapid pace. It wouldn’t be surprising to see Artificial
Intelligence in gaming being used even more in the near future, seeing how
it helps create more challenging and engaging game experiences.

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