Can you distinguish between art created by humans and art generated by artificial intelligence? Google challenges you with a new game called “Odd One Out”. From images of Pope Francis in a puffer jacket to the fictional arrest of Donald Trump in New York, AI-generated images have fooled viewers in recent months. Now this game tests your ability to differentiate between human and machine generated art.
Google has launched a new game called “Odd One Out” in collaboration with artists, where players are challenged to identify which of the four featured images was generated by artificial intelligence. The game is part of a set of experiments by Google using artificial intelligence imaging applications to inspire cultural discovery and learning through play.
Although it may sound easy, the game is extremely difficult as the artificial intelligence has been programmed to create incredibly convincing works of art that blend with those produced by humans. In fact, Google refers to AI-generated images as “imposters” hiding among human works of art.
This game is part of a Google Artist Program that has been running since 2014. The program supports creative artists and programmers who experiment with emerging technologies to solve cultural challenges or connect audiences with online culture in new ways.
How to play
To play «Odd One Out«, you have to go to the website of the experiment and follow the instructions. Once “Start Experiment” is clicked, four artwork images will appear on the player’s screen.
The task is to select which of the images was generated by artificial intelligence. If you guess correctly, you will be able to continue to the next set of images. If you make a mistake, you can try again up to a maximum of four times. Each time you answer correctly, a number of points will be added. So you can challenge yourself as many times as you want until you manage to beat your own records.
In addition to the difficulty of the game, it is important to note that “Odd One Out” has a time limit. Players have to be quick and accurate to identify the AI generated image before time runs out. This time limit adds another level of challenge to the game and makes it even more exciting. The countdown also adds an element of competition for those who enjoy online gaming. Players can compete against each other to see who can identify the most AI-generated images in the shortest amount of time.
other new games
Apart from “Odd One Out”, Google has released two other new games that are equally interesting and fun. The first is “Un-Dough!“, a game in which players must guess famous landmarks from around the world that are covered in an AI-generated mass of colors. The game is a visually stunning and challenging experience as players must use their landmark recognition skills and ability to discern shapes and features amid the mass of colours.
The second game is “Haiku Imagined«, a game that combines traditional Japanese poetry with AI technology. Players can enjoy a selection of traditional and modern haikus illustrated and animated with AI-generated music, fonts, and video. The game is a unique and creative way to experience poetry in a modern and interactive way.
Both games are part of Google’s artist residency program, which seeks to encourage experimentation with emerging technologies to solve cultural challenges. These games are a sample of the potential of AI to create new experiences and ways to interact with culture and art.
