Nvidia patents AI chatbot to streamline PC game optimization
An Nvidia patent suggests the company could push developers to use a new chatbot as a way to get guidance on how to optimize their new games before release.
Nvidia has filed a patent for an AI chatbot designed to assist game developers in streamlining the optimization process for PC games. This chatbot would be capable of understanding and responding to plain English inquiries, enabling developers to easily input their issues without requiring specialized technical knowledge. Upon receiving a question, the AI would generate a targeted diagnostic, run the diagnostic on the GPU, and present the results for the developer to review.
Once the necessary fixes are implemented, the developer could re-run testing if required. However, it's worth noting that the patent does not explicitly address whether the diagnostic code generated by this tool would undergo validation or testing, which could be a concern for developers. While Nvidia has a history of applying for numerous patents that may or may not result in actual products or features, the potential for this chatbot to make the optimization process more accessible for developers is promising.
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