In the past decade, the world of AI-powered role-playing (RP) has experienced a remarkable shift. What originated as niche experiments with primitive AI has grown into a dynamic landscape of applications, platforms, and communities. This article examines the present state of AI RP, from user favorites to groundbreaking techniques. https://rowantdjrw.tinyblogging.com/the-progression-of-ai-driven-role-playing-from-norse-legends-to-cutting-edge-ai-71784966