Directive Games has announced the integration of Genesys AI into The Machines Arena's Hand of god (H.O.G.) game mode, marking a significant development in the evolution of interactive web3 gaming.

Founded in 2014 by industry veterans from CCP Games and DICE, Directive Games is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of game development. Their goal is to create immersive, competitive multiplayer games that prioritize player agency, driven by a proprietary tech stack that includes a backend for building expansive, persistent worlds, a generative AI-tool chain, and proceduralism.

Their upcoming titles, The Machines Arena and Civitas, continue this focus on player agency and digital collectibles and ownership. DG Laboratories, their R&D division, explores next-generation gaming technologies.

The Machines Arena (TMA) is a fast-paced hero shooter featuring intense battles from a top-down perspective. Players can engage in PvP matches, cooperative PvE gameplay, and the Death Run mode, offering an accessible yet challenging gaming experience.

Genesys, developed by DG Labs, represents a significant advancement in AI's role in gaming. It goes beyond a backend role, serving as both a tool and a collaborator for developers and players. Powered by GPT and Houdini, Genesys responds to user prompts, transforming them into immersive gaming worlds.

H.O.G. (Hand of god) Mode

Making its debut in The Machines Arena's Beta Season 2, H.O.G. allows players to become creators in a 1v2 asymmetric multiplayer mode. Game masters compete against two runners, shaping challenges and terrains through chat prompts, while runners navigate AI-crafted landscapes.

Key Features of H.O.G. & Genesys Integration

Dynamic Level Generation: Genesys employs procedural algorithms and player behavior data to ensure unique gaming terrains for every prompt.

Dual Perspective Gaming: H.O.G. introduces a 'Runner View' and a 'God View' for comprehensive gameplay experiences.

Elevated Role Dynamics: The Generative Prompt System encourages intricate level designs with a Feedback Loop for iterative creativity.

Additional TMA Beta Season 2 Features

Revised Death Run Mode: A redefined PvE experience follows the lore, guiding players through an endless Death Run against Dominators' minions.

TMA Store: Access a range of avatar skins, including limited-edition Halloween skins for customization.

Free Welcome Bundle: Get a 'Playmaker' XE skin, 600 Urellium units, and 5000 Pulse Coins to dive right into the action.

As of October 30, 2023, The Machines Arena's Beta Season 2 will be available on the Epic Games Store. Directive Games' integration of Genesys AI and the H.O.G. mode represents a significant step in interactive gaming, appealing to both web2 and web3 gaming enthusiasts worldwide.

Our integration of Genesys into The Machines Arena is a testament to our commitment to innovation. Merging AI with conventional gaming, we're pioneering a fresh era of interactive entertainment.

Atli Már Sveinsson, CEO of Directive Games