26/08/2026
NPCs that learn the scenario.
Reinforcement-learned NPCs that adapt to thousands of learner inputs, refine difficulty in real-time, and avoid the script-coverage gaps that scripted scenarios always have. Argue back. Remember the previous turn. Branch with consequence.
Old way: Designer-authored 12-path scripted scenarios.
New way: Reinforcement-learned NPCs handle 12,000 paths.
Reinforcement-learned NPCs. Argue back. Adapt difficulty. Branch with consequence. Not scripted.
The difference between adaptive (picks next item) and tutoring (argues back) is the difference between scripted and Smart NPC.