Advanced AI Systems for Video Games and Interactive Applications, 6 credits

This course prepare students to design and implement novel intelligent systems, that expand beyond traditional game AI techniques, to create dynamic and adaptive applications. The course explores areas such as complex multi-agent behavior, real-time decision-making, natural language, emotional AI, or player modeling systems to dynamically personalize interactive experiences, according to the user needs and natural reactions. Furthermore, the implementation of these systems will be discussed from the perspective of modern game engines, to familiarize students with contemporary standards in the interactive media industry.