The Number One Educational Resource for the Game Industry
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Overview:
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Utility theory is a common method for handling decision making in games. Much has already been said about it, but most resources focus on theory rather than the nuts & bolts of actually building the system. This session solves that by focusing on implementation with only a light touch on theory.nnThe session starts by dissecting the architecture of a utility system, breaking down core concepts such as considerations, utility curves, and decision hierarchies. The session also examines the importance of data in tuning utility systems, offering insights into how designers manipulate data, curves, and more. Attendees discover essential tools for debugging utility systems and learn to navigate potential challenges and performance concerns.nnThe session concludes with a live demo, showing the full process of adding a new decision into the game, from design to implementation.
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