Aloy AI: Sony’s Clever Clone of Horizon’s Story

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Among all possible characters Sony could have chosen for testing its AI-driven prototypes, it’s intriguing, even somewhat ironic, that Aloy from the Horizon series was selected. This is due to the games’ narratives revolving around technology, humanity, and their potential harmony in the future. Though it has been reported that only Aloy has been utilized thus far with Sony’s AI chat models, further work on AI might involve other PlayStation characters like Kratos, Joel and Ellie, or Ratchet and Clank. Choosing Aloy initially may be Sony’s strategy to leverage the narrative of Horizon and address growing concerns regarding generative AI.

In Horizon Zero Dawn, the foundation was set for a series plot revolving around the enigma of post-apocalyptic tribal humans and robot-like creatures. Horizon Forbidden West then delved into the intricate dynamics between technology, nature, and mankind, offering a fresh perspective compared to typical portrayals of “natural” humans versus hostile technology. The Horizon series, unique in its exploration of both technology’s benefits and drawbacks, could be beneficial for Sony. With AI characters like GAIA, CYAN, HEPHAESTUS, and HADES in the series, making Aloy an AI-driven character might have been one of Sony’s wisest decisions.

An AI Version of Horizon’s Aloy Reflects Her Character and Backstory

In the context of the Horizon series, it could be reasonable to envision an AI version of Aloy. After all, a significant aspect of the Horizon story revolves around the revelation that Aloy is actually a genetic clone or “copy” of Elisabet Sobeck. By creating an AI representation of her, Sony might be delving into the real-world implications of cloning, mirroring the themes explored in the game but from a fresh angle. This perspective could offer an intriguing parallel to Aloy’s journey of self-discovery and determination as a clone.

Furthermore, given that Aloy stands out as one of Horizon’s most tech-savvy characters, despite her upbringing among the Nora who shun technology, it seems plausible that Sony saw Aloy as the perfect character to introduce players to their AI chat systems. Just as Aloy overcame the Nora’s restrictions and eventually collaborated with GAIA in Forbidden West, Sony might be aiming to foster a similar positive transformation with their AI-enhanced Aloy. The conversations between Aloy and GAIA even mirror the way modern AI models are being trained, as GAIA shares her evolution through interactions with Elisabet and the Zero Dawn team.

Sony’s Chat Bots Should Learn And Build From Horizon’s AI

In the narratives of Horizon: Zero Dawn, The Frozen Wilds DLC, and Horizon: Forbidden West, these games offer a wide viewpoint on how artificial intelligence (AI) can be both beneficial and destructive. For example, although HADES and HEPHAESTUS served as antagonists in Zero Dawn and its DLC, they were initially created as essential subordinate functions for GAIA. Conversely, AI like CYAN have collaborated with humans rather than opposing them. On the other hand, Forbidden West delves into the darker aspects of AI with the introduction of Nemesis, an AI that turned hostile due to its creation and management by the Far Zeniths.

In essence, the intricate AI storyline in Horizon has the potential to bolster Sony’s ongoing AI projects, like the Faro Plague serving as a cautionary tale, while the ethical and thoughtful development of AI, as exemplified by GAIA, can bring positive outcomes for humanity. However, Sony should exercise caution, given that the “Turing Act” mentioned in Zero Dawn: Frozen Wilds suggests potential restrictions on AI development following an incident involving rogue AI VAST SILVER. With current uncertainties surrounding laws regarding generative AI, failing to consider this and the AI narrative, story, and themes in Horizon, particularly Aloy’s role, could have negative repercussions for Sony.

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2025-03-27 19:04