Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as we explore the intersection of generative AI and tabletop gaming. Today's episode revisits the digital translation and enhancement of RPG experiences through AI. Featuring Will and David, co-founders of Friends and Fables, the discussion dives into their journey from a simple Discord bot to a platform for AI-driven RPGs.  Discover how their system integrates persistent game state, dynamic world-building, and the challenges of balancing creativity with constraints. We also talk about the technical nuances of using different AI models and their approach to optimizing speed and costs. Whether you're a forever GM or a solo player, this episode sheds light on the future of AI in creating immersive, interactive gaming worlds. New episodes of Playing With Inference go up every Tuesday.Join our discord: https://buff.ly/1snI95H 00:00 Introduction to Playing With Inference00:28 Meet the Founders of Friends and Fables01:56 The Evolution of AI Game Masters02:45 Challenges and Innovations in Game State Management04:01 The Role of AI in Enhancing RPG Experiences05:22 Balancing Constraints and Creativity08:33 Player Engagement and Usage Patterns11:00 World Building and Customization19:36 Handling Truth and Consistency in AI-Driven Games28:12 Challenges in Narration and Dialogue29:02 Development Time and System Rewrites29:54 Avoiding Repetition in Narratives31:28 Guiding AI in Storytelling33:58 Technological Approaches and Model Selection40:18 Evaluating New Models50:54 Game Design Inspirations and Solo RPGs54:17 Conclusion and Contact Information Tags: #podcast #artificialintelligence #gaming #techtrends #futureofgaming #AIinnovation #gamingpodcast #machinelearning #techpodcast #animation #genAI