Sony gaming AI beats Gran Turismo world champ racer

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Unlike chess or go, which is played by turns, Gran Turismo requires players to make real-time decisions based on what is happening in the game. © Sony Interactive Entertainment

MASAHARU BAN, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- An artificial intelligence program developed by Sony Group has defeated the world champion in Gran Turismo, a racing simulation game that requires players to make split-second decisions.

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