Playing With Inference

Join 'Playing with Inference' as they chat with Team Undefined, the winners of Supercell's recent AI Game Jam and Hackathon. Discover their project 'Prompt Me, Maybe' and learn about their journey from forming a spontaneous team to developing the project in 40 hours.  The team discusses the challenges and lessons learned in integrating AI into game development, focusing on their unique gameplay me...

Join 'Playing with Inference' podcast hosts Ramon and Aaron at the Supercell offices for a special episode with guest Otto Söderlund, AI lead at Supercell.  Otto discusses his journey from software engineer to entrepreneur, and now an AI leader. He offers detailed insights into Supercell's AI initiatives, which are divided into giving 'superpowers' to employees, automating live operations, and inn...

Join 'Playing with Inference' podcast hosts Ramon and Aaron at the Supercell offices for a special episode with guest Otto Söderlund, AI lead at Supercell.  Otto discusses his journey from software engineer to entrepreneur, and now an AI leader. He offers detailed insights into Supercell's AI initiatives, which are divided into giving 'superpowers' to employees, automating live operations, and inn...

Welcome to 'Playing with Inference'! In this episode, hosts Aaron and Ramon dive deep into what constitutes an AI native game. Building on their prior theoretical discussion, they explore real-world examples like AI Dungeon and Infinite Craft, examining how these games utilize machine learning for unique player experiences.  The conversation covers how AI native games differ from AI-enhanced game...

Welcome to 'Playing with Inference'! In this episode, hosts Aaron and Ramon dive deep into what constitutes an AI native game. Building on their prior theoretical discussion, they explore real-world examples like AI Dungeon and Infinite Craft, examining how these games utilize machine learning for unique player experiences.  The conversation covers how AI native games differ from AI-enhanced game...

Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as we dive into the fascinating interplay between generative AI and the gaming world.  In this episode, we embark on a deep theoretical exploration of what truly constitutes an AI native game. Ramon and Aaron discuss the evolving definitions and boundaries, debating the nuances between machine learning-enhanced systems and traditional procedural generation...

Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as we dive into the fascinating interplay between generative AI and the gaming world.  In this episode, we embark on a deep theoretical exploration of what truly constitutes an AI native game. Ramon and Aaron discuss the evolving definitions and boundaries, debating the nuances between machine learning-enhanced systems and traditional procedural generation...

Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' a podcast at the crossroads of AI and gaming. In this episode, we speak with Josh English, the Chief Technology Officer at Series Entertainment, about the intricate economics and challenges of running generative AI systems at scale in the gaming industry.  We dive deep into the cost considerations, strategic resource allocation, and innovative AI mechanics that...

Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' a podcast at the crossroads of AI and gaming. In this episode, we speak with Josh English, the Chief Technology Officer at Series Entertainment, about the intricate economics and challenges of running generative AI systems at scale in the gaming industry.  We dive deep into the cost considerations, strategic resource allocation, and innovative AI mechanics that...

Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' a podcast at the crossroads of AI and gaming. In this episode, hosts sit down with Eric Kress, co-host of Deconstructor of Fun and game industry consultant.  We break down what's going on in the space here in the summer of 2025, taking a look at the trend of the industry and GenAI companies playing in the space. Eric breaks down all the current industry challen...

Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' a podcast at the crossroads of AI and gaming. In this episode, hosts sit down with Eric Kress, co-host of Deconstructor of Fun and game industry consultant.  We break down what's going on in the space here in the summer of 2025, taking a look at the trend of the industry and GenAI companies playing in the space. Eric breaks down all the current industry challen...

Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' a podcast at the crossroads of AI and gaming. In this episode, hosts sit down with Rich Sun, CTO of Playful AI and former leader at Netflix Games and Meta.  Rich shares his unique perspectives on the role of AI in the gaming sector, reflecting on his extensive career in the industry. From discussing generative AI's potential to transform game development to the...

Welcome to 'Playing with Inference,' a podcast at the crossroads of AI and gaming. In this episode, hosts sit down with Rich Sun, CTO of Playful AI and former leader at Netflix Games and Meta.  Rich shares his unique perspectives on the role of AI in the gaming sector, reflecting on his extensive career in the industry. From discussing generative AI's potential to transform game development to the...

In this episode, we dive into the integration of broader machine learning within game development, featuring Jorge Val, co-founder and CEO of Latent Technology. Jorge discusses his journey from academia and research into game development, specifically focusing on generative AI for real-time physics-based animations. Highlights include an exploration of Jorge's background, the inception of Latent T...

In this episode, we dive into the integration of broader machine learning within game development, featuring Jorge Val, co-founder and CEO of Latent Technology. Jorge discusses his journey from academia and research into game development, specifically focusing on generative AI for real-time physics-based animations. Highlights include an exploration of Jorge's background, the inception of Latent T...

In this episode, we chat with Viren Tellis, CEO and co-founder of Uthana, about the transformative potential of generative AI in the 3D animation pipeline for games. Viren explains Uthana's journey from its inception to its current state, focusing on its ability to generate real-time, on-demand animations.  Key topics include the evolution and speed of AI integration in animation, the challenges a...

THIS IS THE AUDIO ONLY VERSION OF THE EPISODE   In this episode, we chat with Viren Tellis, CEO and co-founder of Uthana, about the transformative potential of generative AI in the 3D animation pipeline for games. Viren explains Uthana's journey from its inception to its current state, focusing on its ability to generate real-time, on-demand animations.  Key topics include the evolution and speed...

In this episode of 'Playing With Inference,' we delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and games with Ran Mo, the CEO and founder of Proxima, the creators of the groundbreaking game 'Suck Up.' Ran discusses Proxima's journey from its 2022 inception to the release of 'Suck Up,' one of the first games to integrate generative AI and machine learning into its gameplay.  The conversation cover...

THIS IS THE AUDIO ONLY VERSION In this episode of 'Playing With Inference,' we delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and games with Ran Mo, the CEO and founder of Proxima, the creators of the groundbreaking game 'Suck Up.' Ran discusses Proxima's journey from its 2022 inception to the release of 'Suck Up,' one of the first games to integrate generative AI and machine learning into its ga...

In this episode, we talk with Irena Pereira about her dual role in running Unleashed Games and Infinite Realms. Irena shares insights into how she is using AI to accelerate game development in a way that she believes ensures job security for developers. We talk a lot about how she's used GenAI with her small team to deliver outsized results, and how it compares to her experiences with larger teams...

AUDIO ONLY VERSION In this episode, we talk with Irena Pereira about her dual role in running Unleashed Games and Infinite Realms. Irena shares insights into how she is using AI to accelerate game development in a way that she believes ensures job security for developers. We talk a lot about how she's used GenAI with her small team to deliver outsized results, and how it compares to her experience...

Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts explore the real value of generative AI in the gaming industry. Featuring Shawn Faust, COO of Fortis Games, this episode dives into how Gen AI transforms game development and enhances player experiences. Shawn shares his extensive hands-on journey, discusses the potential of generative AI to create new game genres, and examines critical aspects li...

THIS IS THE AUDIO ONLY VERSION   Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts explore the real value of generative AI in the gaming industry. Featuring Shawn Faust, COO of Fortis Games, this episode dives into how Gen AI transforms game development and enhances player experiences. Shawn shares his extensive hands-on journey, discusses the potential of generative AI to create new game genres,...

Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts dive into the role of generative AI in digital improvisation experiences, featuring guest Stephen Piron, co-founder of Pickford AI. The episode explores the challenges and potential of using AI for creating interactive improv in comedy, theater, and gaming. Stephen shares his experiences with notable projects, including a deep fake of Joe Rogan th...

NOTE: This is the Audio Only  version. Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts dive into the role of generative AI in digital improvisation experiences, featuring guest Stephen Piron, co-founder of Pickford AI. The episode explores the challenges and potential of using AI for creating interactive improv in comedy, theater, and gaming. Stephen shares his experiences with notable projects...