Pubg's creators aim to bridge virtual and physical AI with new robotic systems

Krafton, the South Korean developer behind the popular battle royale game PUBG, is leveraging its expertise in AI to develop physical robots capable of interacting with humans. The company, which also operates Ludo Robotics, is applying its experience in creating intelligent virtual characters to real-world robotics. CH Kim, CEO of both Krafton and Ludo Robotics, highlights that PUBG Ally, a voice-enabled AI character, represents a breakthrough in AI cooperation. This technology is now being adapted for physical robots, with Ludo Robotics set to showcase its latest system, Ludi 0.2, at the Bay Area Robotics Symposium. The new version focuses on improving conversational memory and gesture recognition, though Kim acknowledges it remains a research prototype, not yet ready for everyday use. The robotics industry is investing heavily in humanoid robots, with companies like Figure and Skild AI securing billions in funding to advance AI-driven automation.