Is this like a knockoff version of NPCAI...?

1 hour ago, Curtis56239 said:

Is this like a knockoff version of NPCAI...?

Not at all. NPCAI is a separate project, and I respect what its developers have created. PedTalk AI was developed independently with its own codebase, architecture, interface, and direction.

Both mods fall under the broad category of AI-powered NPC interaction, so some surface-level similarity is unavoidable. PedTalk AI is specifically focused on voice-first LSPDFR roleplay, multilingual conversations, traffic-stop context, participant roles, persistent memory, passenger and scene dynamics, and compatibility with mods such as Stop The Ped and Ultimate Backup.

It is better to try both and judge them by their actual features and gameplay rather than assuming one is a copy of the other.

Hi, I don't know if you'll understand this, but I replaced the `gemini.key` file inside the archive and it caused a bug; basically, uninstalling and reinstalling the archive doesn't help—it just won't work. I had put my own `gemini.key` into the archive and saved the changes. I'd appreciate any help you can give.

8 minutes ago, D4avid said:

Hi, I don't know if you'll understand this, but I replaced the `gemini.key` file inside the archive and it caused a bug; basically, uninstalling and reinstalling the archive doesn't help—it just won't work. I had put my own `gemini.key` into the archive and saved the changes. I'd appreciate any help you can give.

Hi, I understand the issue. Editing and saving gemini.key directly inside the ZIP can sometimes corrupt the archive structure or cause the key file to be saved with the wrong encoding or filename. Reinstalling from that same edited archive would simply reinstall the same problem.

Please try this clean installation:

1. Delete the edited ZIP and download a completely fresh copy of PedTalk AI and Extract the fresh archive normally

2. Remove the existing PedTalk AI files from your GTA V installation.

3. Extract the fresh archive normally do not edit anything while it is still inside the ZIP.

4. After extraction, Go to: Grand Theft Auto V\plugins\LSPDFR\PedTalkAI\Bridge\

5. Open gemini.key with Notepad and paste only your Gemini API key on one line. Do not include quotation marks, labels such as API_KEY=, or extra spaces. and thats it

and Please just download and install Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime 10.0.10 https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/10.0

Edited July 27Jul 27 by RioticGamer

keeps saying bridge connection failed

5 hours ago, LoganGuy1YT said:

keeps saying bridge connection failed

same for me

Sorry, I just have a quick question. First of all, I think projects like this are really awesome, and I'm always happy to see new alternatives. However, I'm already using NPCAI, and I'd rather not download multiple similar plugins if they essentially do the same thing.

So I was wondering what makes this plugin different from NPCAI. Does it offer any unique features or improvements that set it apart?

For example, one thing that really bothers me about NPCAI is that suspects almost always just deny everything after being arrested. It would feel much more realistic if they gave different responses depending on the situation or explained why they committed the crime. Does your plugin provide more variety in suspect dialogue or generally make NPC behavior feel more realistic?

Thank you in advance for taking the time to answer my question.

2 hours ago, Jasmin Vindicta said:

Thanks for the question. PedTalk AI focuses on natural voice interaction, scene memory, and more varied NPC responses rather than fixed or repetitive dialogue.

Suspects can deny, confess, justify themselves, blame someone else, contradict themselves, stay silent, or reveal information depending on the situation. Drivers, passengers, witnesses, civilians, partners, and dispatch can also respond based on their role and what has already happened.

8 hours ago, LoganGuy1YT said:

keeps saying bridge connection failed

just download and install Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime 10.0.10 https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/10.0 , it will fix the issue.

Edited July 27Jul 27 by RioticGamer

hi im trying to figure this out with the key. i have done everything in the comments but when i log it it just says bridge disconnect restart i see whats missing its the key but i pasted the key after extracting the files to my desktop, i put the key in gemini.key and it still doesnt work. and just looked all the files are there

Edited July 24Jul 24 by mikeyd99

On 7/23/2026 at 3:48 AM, RioticGamer said:

Hi, I understand the issue. Editing and saving gemini.key directly inside the ZIP can sometimes corrupt the archive structure or cause the key file to be saved with the wrong encoding or filename. Reinstalling from that same edited archive would simply reinstall the same problem.

Please try this clean installation:

1. Delete the edited ZIP and download a completely fresh copy of PedTalk AI.

2. Remove the existing PedTalk AI files from your GTA V installation.

3. Extract the fresh archive normally—do not edit anything while it is still inside the ZIP.

4. After extraction, open:

Grand Theft Auto V\plugins\LSPDFR\PedTalkAI\Bridge\

5. Open gemini.key with Notepad and paste only your Gemini API key on one line. Do not include quotation marks, labels such as API_KEY=, or extra spaces.

6. Confirm that the file is actually named gemini.key, not gemini.key.txt. In File Explorer, enable View → Show → File name extensions to verify it.

7. Save the file and restart the game. go on Duty and Enjoy. if that dont help u can send me the PedTalkAI.log

Hi, it still doesn't work; when I launch the game—even after following your instructions—it tells me that gemini.key is missing. What can I do?

just download and install Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime 10.0.10 https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/10.0 , it will fix the issue.

3 hours ago, D4avid said:

Hi, it still doesn't work; when I launch the game—even after following your instructions—it tells me that gemini.key is missing. What can I do?

just download and install Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime 10.0.10 https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/10.0 , it will fix the issue.

Edited July 27Jul 27 by RioticGamer

Wow this sounds like an interesting mod. One question what I did not like about npci was when you try talking to passengers you had to go to there window. Does this mod fix this and can you talk to passengers from drivers side window. I love this concept if it’s more immersive and great for traffic stops etc then I will give it a go

7 hours ago, nova2727 said:

Wow this sounds like an interesting mod. One question what I did not like about npci was when you try talking to passengers you had to go to there window. Does this mod fix this and can you talk to passengers from drivers side window. I love this concept if it’s more immersive and great for traffic stops etc then I will give it a go

Yes, you can talk to the passenger from the driver’s side. Just say “passenger” and PedTalk AI will switch the conversation to them; say “driver” to switch back.

Both characters understand whether they are the driver or passenger, have their own stories, and are aware of each other, which makes the conversation feel natural. It is not 100% perfect in every situation, but it works reliably and makes traffic stops much more immersive.

Just tried this and it’s amazing. I may need to create custom prompts but works great, for those people that are having a bridge service disconnect. I have a solution you need to download windows.net 10 and everything be fine. I just did a YouTube tutorial on this

20 hours ago, RioticGamer said:

check your gemini quotas as well.

check your gemini quotas as well.

and you can see what the issue is in the PedTalkAI.Bridge log file within ur bridge folder

I couldn't even reset the archive to set it up—it stayed the same. What should I do?

3 minutes ago, D4avid said:

I couldn't even reset the archive to set it up—it stayed the same. What should I do?

if you truly follow every instruction in the readmettext file it will work. fyi Before installing or launching PedTalk AI, you must install: Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime from the official microsoft page.

Edited July 29Jul 29 by RioticGamer

21 minutes ago, RioticGamer said:

if you truly follow every instruction in the readmettext file it will work. fyi Before installing or launching PedTalk AI, you must install: Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime Windows x64 from the official microsoft page.

I did everything and followed the steps, but it still doesn't work; I don't know what else to do. It's no use putting the key in there—when I launch the game, it still tells me the Gemini key is missing.

Download.net 10 and also make sure you save the gemini key in the text document

5 minutes ago, D4avid said:

I did everything and followed the steps, but it still doesn't work; I don't know what else to do. It's no use putting the key in there—when I launch the game, it still tells me the Gemini key is missing.

say hi on our Discord server and i will help u now

I want to say I purchased the pro version and it’s has lots more to offer. Great job in having it compatible with stop the ped, also the custom prompts work like a dream adding my own prompts to make them more believable is a bonus, keep up good work on this mod add more features please maybe add option to talk to your k9 dog

14 hours ago, nova2727 said:

I want to say I purchased the pro version and it’s has lots more to offer. Great job in having it compatible with stop the ped, also the custom prompts work like a dream adding my own prompts to make them more believable is a bonus, keep up good work on this mod add more features please maybe add option to talk to your k9 dog

Thank you for supporting the Pro version! I’m glad the StopThePed compatibility and custom prompts are working well for you. Talking to your K9 is a great suggestion. I wouldn’t make the dog speak like a human, but I’m seriously considering a proper K9 interaction system with voice commands, barking, body-language reactions, personality and handler bonding. That could be a very immersive future feature. Thanks for the idea and the support!

Edited July 26Jul 26 by RioticGamer

On 7/24/2026 at 11:21 PM, D4avid said:

Hi, it still doesn't work; when I launch the game—even after following your instructions—it tells me that gemini.key is missing. What can I do?

give it your gemini api key, u clearly didnt follow the instruction

On 7/22/2026 at 5:07 PM, RioticGamer said:

Not at all. NPCAI is a separate project, and I respect what its developers have created. PedTalk AI was developed independently with its own codebase, architecture, interface, and direction.

Both mods fall under the broad category of AI-powered NPC interaction, so some surface-level similarity is unavoidable. PedTalk AI is specifically focused on voice-first LSPDFR roleplay, multilingual conversations, traffic-stop context, participant roles, persistent memory, passenger and scene dynamics, and compatibility with mods such as Stop The Ped and Ultimate Backup.

It is better to try both and judge them by their actual features and gameplay rather than assuming one is a copy of the other.

Does this pair well with NPCAI or is it pick one or the other?

Edited August 2Aug 2 by originalgamester

can you add controller support. thanks