Sony’s recent patent for an AI-driven technology called the ‘Ghost Player’ could revolutionize how players interact with video games. This innovative system allows players to summon an AI-generated version of their character to either demonstrate solutions to challenging puzzles or complete sections of the game entirely. Imagine being stuck on a tricky puzzle in your favorite PlayStation title, only to have an AI version of Nathan Drake step in and show you the way forward.

In a recent discussion at the G-Star game developer convention, Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii expressed his enthusiasm for integrating AI chatbots into future games. He envisions a gaming experience where players can solve mysteries alongside a virtual partner powered by AI, enhancing the interactive storytelling that has become a hallmark of modern gaming. Horii highlighted the potential of AI, particularly referencing tools like ChatGPT, which he finds capable of engaging in logical conversations.