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arXiv CS.AI·Jun 12·5 min read
IVIE: A Neuro-symbolic Approach to Incremental and Validated Generation of Interactive Fiction Worlds
TL;DR
Interactive Fiction (IF) often struggles with narrative coherence when using Large Language Models (LLMs) alone. IVIE, a neuro-symbolic framework, combines LLMs for creative generation with symbolic validation for consistency.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers can leverage IVIE's neuro-symbolic approach to enhance the coherence of AI-generated narratives in interactive applications.
Key Takeaways
- Explore neuro-symbolic frameworks for creative AI applications.
- Implement incremental generation pipelines for complex narratives.
- Focus on balancing creativity and coherence in AI outputs.
- Address validation gaps to improve interactive storytelling.
Full Summary
Interactive Fiction (IF) creation faces a challenge: while Large Language Models (LLMs) can generate creative narratives, they often lack coherence in the worlds they create. IVIE (Incremental & Validated Interactive Experiences) is a neuro-symbolic framework that addresses this issue by integrating LLMs for creative tasks like setting and character creation with symbolic validation to ensure consistency.
The system operates through a four-stage incremental generation pipeline, producing interconnected locations, functional items, and coherent puzzles centered around a goal-oriented architecture. Human evaluations indicate that IVIE generates immersive and thematically coherent worlds, enhancing player engagement.
However, some inconsistencies from LLMs can lead to puzzles that do not align with the established world rules. The findings suggest that while IVIE successfully balances creativity and coherence, further refinement is needed to address validation gaps and improve LLM reliability.