Games Gone Global: How China’s AI-augmented Games Found International Success
Genshin Impact cosplay. (Source: Flickr)
In June 2024, a report in the MIT Technology Review shows how AI is reinventing video games. Venture firms are investing in gaming start-ups, many of which utilise AI technologies to create immersive experiences while streamlining game development.[1] AI-augmented games from China have gained commercial success worldwide. Tencent and NetEase, China's two largest gaming companies, have achieved significant global reach with their gaming portfolios. Popular games such as Tencent's Honor of Kin...
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