Sony has obtained a patent for a new technology designed to assist players in video games. At the core of the idea is an AI assistant called an “AI ghost.” playground.ru reports. reports .
According to the patent description, in difficult situations—such as getting stuck on a puzzle or when a boss fight becomes too hard—a semi-transparent copy of the character may appear nearby. This AI-controlled “ghost” could demonstrate the solution and may even perform the required actions instead of the player.
Although the application was filed in September 2024, the media paid serious attention to it only in early January—after the relevant report was published.
As VGC notes, a granted patent does not guarantee that this feature will appear in games anytime soon. Companies often patent various ideas as a “backup” for the future without plans to implement them immediately.
At the same time, the idea sparked ironic discussions online about “saving” players from tedious grinding: supposedly, the assistant could not only get you through tough sections but also turn into a “let’s play” feature that finishes the game for you.
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