Neuralink continues to demonstrate the capabilities of its brain-computer interface technology.
Thanks to an implanted chip, a fully paralyzed man was able to play the MMORPG World of Warcraft.
The patient shared his experience using the technology and playing the game on the social network X.
The 18th person to receive the company’s brain implant is John L. Noble, a former paratrooper of the British Army. Due to a severe injury, he is paralyzed below the neck and physically unable to use a mouse, controller, or any traditional input device.
The implanted chip reads neural signals from the brain, allowing him to interact with a computer and control electronic devices using only his thoughts. This brain-computer interface makes it possible for him to move the cursor, select actions, and navigate in-game without physical movement.
Although the technology opens unprecedented opportunities for people with disabilities, gameplay in a complex title like World of Warcraft still has limitations. Noble can freely explore the world of Azeroth, complete quests, travel between locations, and defeat basic enemies.
However, actions that require extremely fast reactions and multitasking — such as high-level raids on maximum difficulty or intense PvP battles — are still difficult to perform using neural control alone.
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