Introduction to AI in Gaming
The gaming industry is on the cusp of a monumental shift. Instead of solely relying on traditional game engines, we’re witnessing groundbreaking developments driven by Artificial Intelligence. A startup has unveiled an innovative approach to game design by leveraging specialized ASICs for transformer architecture, the core technology behind generative AI models like GPT and Claude.
Meet Oasis: The AI-Generated Game
In collaboration with Decart, this startup demonstrated a playable Minecraft clone entirely generated and operated by AI instead of conventional tools. This is a game-changer, as it raises the bar for creative input: Oasis is the first real-time, open-world AI model that dynamically adapts to user inputs, generating gameplay that includes physics, game rules, and graphics. Imagine multimedia experiences now becoming fully interactive and fluid, all thanks to AI.
Hardware Powering the Future
The technology behind Oasis is equally impressive. It runs on a single NVIDIA H100 GPU, managing 720p resolution at 20 frames per second. However, the limitations of current accelerators like the H100 and H200 make 4K gaming a challenge. Enter Etched and their specialized accelerator, Sohu, capable of running eight cards simultaneously. This powerhouse can support up to 65 users concurrently, showcasing a more than tenfold increase in inference capability compared to NVIDIA’s setup.
With dreams of future models tapping into 100 billion parameters, capable of 4K gameplay at 30 frames per second, the gaming landscape is on the brink of an explosion in creative possibilities, thanks to AI-driven innovations.
