Ubisoft has unveiled its latest project, ‘Teammates’, an AI-powered first-person shooter that aims to be its first playable generative AI research project. The game, developed using Snowdrop Engine, features AI squadmates and an AI assistant designed to assist players in combat and mission guidance. The release comes after the company’s pivot away from its previous ventures in NFTs and the metaverse.
The game includes an AI assistant named Jaspar and two AI squadmates called Pablo and Sofia, which players can direct through natural voice commands. The development of ‘Teammates’ is part of the same team behind Ubisoft’s Neo NPCs, previously demonstrated at GDC 2024. This new project represents a significant step in Ubisoft’s exploration of AI technology in gaming, showcasing the potential for more dynamic and responsive gameplay experiences. Ubisoft’s shift away from its NFT initiatives and the metaverse indicates a strategic realignment toward more conventional entertainment offerings and enhanced technological innovation in game development.