Bringing computer games to life artificial intelligence and physics

Electric Sky (Firm) (Added Author). Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm) (Added Author). Films Media Group (Added Author).

Summary: Never short of eager programmers and willing testers, the computer game industry has long been both a hothouse and a proving ground for cutting-edge computer applications. Focusing on efforts to integrate artificial intelligence and the laws of physics into character response and movement, this program takes an inside look at how Britain's sophisticated computer game industry is pushing the envelope of creativity. Bullfrog Productions founder Peter Molyneux, designer of mega-hit computer role-playing games including Populous and Theme Park, is featured.

Record details

Physical Description: 1 streaming video file (28 min.) : sd., col., digital file.
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electronic resource (video)
Publisher: New York, N.Y. : Films Media Group, [2005], c2000.

Content descriptions

General Note:	Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Films Media Group on May 12, 2005. Films on Demand is distributed by Films Media Group for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.
Formatted Contents Note:	Bringing Computer Games to Life (3:21) -- Applying Physics to Animation (4:01) -- Creating Realistic Movement (4:50) -- Creating Believable Characters (2:12) -- Developing Characters in Stories (3:54) -- Interactive Programming (2:23) -- Artificial Intelligence (5:31)
Restrictions on Access Note:	Access requires authentication through Films on Demand.
Target Audience Note:	11 & up.
System Details Note:	Mode of access: Internet. System requirements: FOD playback platform.
Source of Description Note:	Title from distributor's description.