In a new blog post on Wednesday, Microsoft’s research department debuted a new generative AI model called Muse that it describes as a “breakthrough” for gameplay ideation.

Microsoft Research has unveiled Muse, a new AI model capable of generating video game visuals and controller actions. Microsoft's Game Intelligence and Teachable AI Experiences teams worked with Xbox Games Studios' Ninja Theory to develop Muse.

Microsoft debuted Muse, a generative AI model that can be trained to output video game visuals and predict controller inputs. The company describes the technology as the future of gameplay ideation, not as something to be used in place of human creativity during game development.