Google's DeepMind to train AI on player actions in quarter-million-player MMORPG Eve Online — Google bought in by purchasing a minority stake in the newly independent Fenris Creations

Google DeepMind took a minority stake in newly independent Fenris Creations to study Eve Online for AI training.

DeepMind will analyze player actions on isolated servers, using the game’s economy, politics, strategy, and long-term planning as a learning ground.

The setup lets Google learn from a complex real-world-like MMO without disrupting live gameplay.

The deal also provides funding for Fenris Creations and its future projects, including Eve-related titles.