Shesh Narayan Gupta is an AI Researcher, Data Scientist and the Author of Generative AI for Game Development: Crafting Narrative Worlds with Machines.

In this episode of Systems and Power, host Moses Parente sits down with data scientist, AI researcher, and author Shesh Narayan Gupta to explore how generative AI is changing the future of video games.

From smarter NPCs and dynamic dialogue to AI-generated narratives and adaptive gameplay, Shesh breaks down how artificial intelligence can make virtual worlds feel more responsive, immersive, and alive.

But with that power comes a major challenge: how do developers keep AI creative without losing control?

We discuss the importance of deterministic rules, AI guardrails, character consistency, ethical safeguards, and the difficulty of proving that AI safety systems actually work in real-world environments. Shesh also shares insights from his book, Generative AI for Game Development, and explains how lessons from gaming can apply to AI systems far beyond entertainment.

In this episode:

• How generative AI is transforming game development
• The future of intelligent NPCs and dynamic dialogue
• AI-generated stories and adaptive gaming experiences
• Why deterministic rules still matter
• How developers balance creativity with control
• AI guardrails, bias, and ethical considerations
• Why some AI safeguards can actually make systems worse
• What gaming can teach us about building safer AI
• The future of AI-driven interactive worlds

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