NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang wowed audiences at GTC 2024 with a demo of the new AI NPC Covert Protocol. This demo, powered by Inworld AI, showcases the latest in AI NPC technology for game development. Known for its use in popular games like Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord and Grand Theft Auto V, Inworld AI is making waves in the industry. Microsoft recently partnered with Inworld AI to create a multiplatform toolset, and now their technology is integrated with NVIDIA ACE for Games, creating new possibilities for digital characters in gaming.
NVIDIA ACE is revolutionizing the creation of digital characters with its ‘digital human pipeline’. From automatic speech recognition to expressive facial animation, developers have a range of tools at their disposal to create immersive gaming experiences. On the Inworld side, developers can fine-tune NPC parameters to create unique personalities and behaviors. Kylan Gibbs, CEO of Inworld AI, emphasizes the potential for dynamic narratives and gameplay experiences with this technology.
NVIDIA’s ‘Digital Human Platform Partners’ are set to bring ACE technology to a wider market, catering to both game developers and enterprises. The partnership list includes top tech companies focused on customer service and gaming, showcasing the versatility of ACE technology across different industries.