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Microsoft patents system for AI helpers to finish games for you (tech4gamers.com)
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The patent called “STATE MANAGEMENT FOR VIDEO GAME HELP SESSIONS” describes multiple examples where a pop-up might ask a player to let a helper take over the gameplay for a while.

Imagine if a user were struggling to find a rare gem in an RPG; if allowed, the helper would take control from the player. They would proceed to chat and guide the user through the process of acquiring the gem.

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[–] 15 points 8 months ago (6 children)

is that even fun though? part of what makes a difficult boss fight so satisfying is when you finally DO beat it

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  • [–] -1 points 8 months ago (5 children)

    Sure, if you're a masochist. Not everyone has the time/energy/willpower to not even get close to finishing a boss after 50 attempts and need to do another 150 more. I can't tell you how many games I've completely given up on because one specific boss does something that I just can't manage.

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  • [–] 10 points 8 months ago (2 children)

    Huh. If I don't like a game I just don't play it.

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  • [–] 0 points 8 months ago (1 child)

    What if you like the game, just not that one boss?

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  • [–] 2 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

    Are we ignoring difficulty settings? I don't mind turning things down.

    Final boss? Meh, I'll look it up to enjoy the final scene and move on if I get pissed enough.

    Middle boss? Depends. Does it have a history of being a shitty midpoint and things get better from there? Maybe. If things will escalate I may have to admit that I don't actually like it.

    Early boss? Clearly I'm not going to like what is coming up. Maybe even refund time.

    And, honestly, if you're not speaking in hyperbole about trying a boss 50 times? I think at that point you're just a glutton for punishment.

    I don't think I've ever bothered with a boss for that long. Closest I can say is I've done some serious farming in monster Hunter, but even for rare drops 50 is quite a lot.

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