We propose to review the main stages in the computer history of virtual actors, with a view to the exploration of virtual reality and discussion on different approaches to human simulation. The notion of autonomy emerges as a key issue for the virtual entities. We then explore one way of building elements of autonomy and conclude with an example of avatar stage direction leading to a simulacrum of autonomy in a live performance.
@article{arxiv.2411.10452,
title = {Directing Avatars in Live Performances -- an Autonomy Simulacrum of Virtual Entities},
author = {Georges Gagneré},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2411.10452},
year = {2024}
}