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The Low-Tech AI Of Elden Ring
The AI in Elden Ring relies on a simple design that uses a stack-based goal management system, allowing for dynamic and hierarchical state execution. Each actor uses "Goals," which can adapt based on context and randomness, enabling complex behavior without a convoluted structure. This approach is different from more traditional AI frameworks like Behavior Trees, with a straightforward mechanism for action selection and state transitions during gameplay.
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