Stranger Than Heaven dev says it isn't using AI to bring back Tupac, it's treating him with the "biggest respect possible"
The developer of Stranger Than Heaven, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, has addressed concerns about the posthumous inclusion of rapper Tupac Shakur, stating they are treating his likeness with the utmost respect and that no AI was used. Director Mikinobu Abe and producer Hiroyuki Sakamoto explained that they approached Tupac's family and agency with transparency about the game's story and intent, receiving their approval. The article notes the controversial nature of Tupac's death and ongoing estate disputes, expressing a degree of perplexity regarding the decision.
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- Tupac Shakur
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- Hiroyuki Sakamoto
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- Mikinobu Abe
- Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
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