AI-Enhanced Co-Playable Characters Coming Soon to inZOI and PUBG

CES 2025 has been a whirlwind of innovation, particularly in the mobile gaming sector. One of the most talked-about announcements was the introduction of AI-generated "CPCs" - or Co-Playable Characters - unveiled by PUBG's Krafton on January 8th. Don't confuse CPCs with NPCs; these are Non-Playable Characters enhanced with generative AI, set to revolutionize gameplay in both PUBG and inZOI.

The implementation of CPCs in inZOI is particularly intriguing. Dubbed "Smart Zoi," these characters will bring a new level of emotional depth and personality to the simulation, making interactions more realistic and engaging.

In PUBG, the "PUBG Ally" will adapt strategies in real-time to enhance player dynamics, adding a new layer of excitement—or perhaps eeriness—to the game.

Developed in collaboration with NVIDIA ACE, these CPCs will enable real-time conversations with players, adapting to the current game scenario. “Our collaboration with NVIDIA is a testament to the transformative potential of AI in gaming, and we plan to work closely together to push the boundaries of what is possible,” stated Kangwook Lee, Head of the Deep Learning Division at Krafton.

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Stay in the loop by joining the inZOI community on their official Facebook page, visiting the Krafton website for more details, or watching the embedded clip above to get a glimpse of inZOI's atmosphere and visuals.