US Air Force Seeks AI-Powered Wargaming Platform
The U.S. Air Force has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for an AI-enabled wargaming platform designed to simulate high-intensity conflict and stress-test readiness in scenarios involving advanced adversaries. The platform will help evaluate training, recruitment, and sustainment capabilities under high-attrition conditions.
Why the Air Force Wants AI in Wargaming #
Officials explained that traditional wargames—while useful—are often costly, inflexible, and difficult to replicate. By contrast, AI-driven simulations can:
- Adapt in real time to participant decisions
- Generate realistic adversary actions using reinforcement learning and neural networks
- Provide predictive analysis for decision-making
- Capture detailed performance data for after-action reports
The Air Force aims to use AI as a force multiplier for training and readiness planning.
Lessons from Past Wargames #
On March 28, 2025, personnel at Holloman Air Force Base participated in the “Kingfish Ace” wargame, which tested the Agile Combat Employment concept. Teams managed bases with limited logistical support while facing obstacles such as restricted airlift and unpredictable geopolitical risks.
Exercises like this highlight the value of wargaming as a decision-making laboratory, but also reveal the limitations of traditional methods. Analysts from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) emphasized that incorporating AI can reduce costs, improve replication, and enable deeper strategic analysis.
What the AI-Driven Platform Must Deliver #
According to the RFI, the Air Force is looking for a secure, cloud-hosted AI platform with the following capabilities:
- Dynamic scenario generation with real-time adaptability
- Autonomous adversary simulation using machine learning algorithms
- Event injection & adjudication to quickly reflect player actions
- Built-in communication tools for electronic team interaction
- Multimedia integration (news articles, videos, social media content) for immersive environments
- Replay and after-action analysis with clear performance metrics
This platform is expected to streamline wargaming processes, reduce administrative overhead, and capture accurate decision data.
Deadline for Vendor Submissions #
The Air Force has asked interested vendors to submit capability statements by August 26, 2025. Submissions will help shape the government’s acquisition strategy and inform future solicitations.
As military operations become increasingly complex, AI-enabled wargaming could play a central role in preparing U.S. forces for the next generation of high-intensity conflict.
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