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Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Replaces Human Translator With AI
Warhorse Studios has replaced the human translator for Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 with AI technology to reduce costs, sparking backlash from players concerned about localization quality. The decision is criticized for potentially compromising the game's historical authenticity and cultural nuances, which are hallmarks of the series.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Translator Laid Off After Studio Seemingly Pivots to AI
A translator for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 revealed he was laid off by Warhorse Studios, with the company seemingly pivoting to AI for translation work to improve efficiency and cut costs. The translator, who worked on the game since July 2022, expressed concern about the growing use of AI in the games industry and its impact on employees. He asked fans not to harass the studio or review bomb its games, emphasizing a desire for greater transparency about behind-the-scenes industry practices.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 translator claims Warhorse have laid him off in preference of using AI going forward
Max Hejtmánek, a Czech to English translator for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, claims he was laid off by Warhorse Studios and replaced with AI for all future translations. Hejtmánek expressed betrayal, stating the company cited efficiency and cost savings for the decision. Co-founder Daniel Vávra has previously spoken in favor of AI for immediate game localization.
Kingdom Come Deliverance translator allegedly fired amid AI push to ‘save finances’: ‘My position at the company would become obsolete in favour of using AI for all translations’
A former translator for Warhorse Studios, developers of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, alleges they were fired and replaced by AI as part of a company initiative to save finances. The employee, who worked on Czech to English translations, expressed concern that AI cannot adequately handle the contextual and cultural nuances required for high-quality localization, potentially compromising future game quality.
New report claims Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 studio fired translator to replace them with AI and "save finances"
A former translator for Warhorse Studios, the developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, alleges he was fired and replaced by AI to cut costs. The developer, who worked at the studio for over three years, expressed feelings of betrayal and highlighted the growing impact of AI on the games industry. This incident follows similar reports of studios experimenting with AI tools in their development processes.
AI Yi-Yi!
Owlcat Games is leveraging generative AI to accelerate iteration on its upcoming title, The Expanse. The article also briefly mentions a separate incident where an individual was replaced by AI at Warhorse Studios.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 dev says he was "fired" and replaced with AI: "I feel incredibly betrayed by the management of the company I've come to care about"
A Warhorse Studios employee, Max Hejtmanek, alleges he was fired from his role as a Czech-to-English translator for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and replaced by AI. Hejtmanek, who worked at the studio for nearly four years, expressed feeling betrayed by the company's management.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Director Defends DLSS 5 Amid Backlash
Daniel Vávra, director of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, has defended Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology against criticism, calling the current backlash an "uncanny beginning" and asserting that the technology has significant future potential. He believes developers will learn to train DLSS 5 for specific art styles and character faces, potentially reducing the need for ray tracing. Vávra's comments come as the gaming community expresses skepticism over early demonstrations of DLSS 5's visual enhancements.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Director Defends DLSS 5 Amid Backlash
Daniel Vávra, director of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, has defended Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology against criticism, calling the current backlash an "uncanny beginning" and asserting that the technology has significant future potential. He believes developers will learn to train DLSS 5 for specific art styles and character faces, potentially reducing the need for ray tracing. Vávra's comments come as the gaming community expresses skepticism over early demonstrations of DLSS 5's visual enhancements.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance Studio Co-Founder Says There is “No Way Haters Will Stop” DLSS 5
Warhorse Studios co-founder Daniel Vávra expressed optimism for Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology, despite criticism, stating that "haters will not stop this." He believes the technology, still in its early stages, could potentially replace expensive ray tracing in the future. Conversely, other developers like Mike York have voiced concerns, describing DLSS 5 as a "complete AI re-render" that alters game visuals significantly.
"No way haters will stop this": Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 lead says AI tech like Nvidia DLSS 5 will "replace expensive raytracing" someday, and "this is just a little uncanny beginning"
Daniel Vávra, lead developer for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, believes AI technologies like Nvidia's DLSS 5 could eventually replace expensive ray tracing. He suggests future AI could be trained for specific art styles and character models, calling the current state an 'uncanny beginning'. While many in the industry express concerns about AI in games, Vávra is optimistic about its potential.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 director defends DLSS 5: 'No way haters will stop this'
Daniel Vávra, director of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, has defended Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology against criticism, calling it a significant advancement. Despite controversy surrounding AI upscaling and its potential impact on artistic intent, Vávra believes the technology can be fine-tuned by developers. The article also touches upon Vávra's past controversial statements and the evolving representation in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
These are my 20 RPG freak pick must-plays for $10 or less in the Steam Spring Sale
This guide highlights over 20 role-playing games available for $10 or less during the Steam Spring Sale, focusing on less obvious but highly recommended titles. It includes games like Arx Fatalis, Deus Ex: Invisible War, and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, detailing their developers, release years, and unique selling points.
Saturday Consolidation
Warhorse Studios has released a next-generation update for their game Kingdom Come: Deliverance. The update aims to improve the game's performance and visuals on current-generation consoles.
Hades II and Date Everything leading the charge at the 2026 Gayming Awards nominations
Hades II and Date Everything! lead the nominations for the sixth annual Gayming Awards, with each title receiving three nods. The awards celebrate games representing the LGBTQIA+ community. Other nominated games include Hollow Knight: Silksong and South of Midnight.
Hades 2 and Date Everything lead Gayming Awards 2026 nominations
The nominations for the sixth annual Gayming Awards have been revealed, with Hades 2 and Date Everything leading with three nominations each. Hades 2 is nominated for Game of the Year alongside other titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Ghost of Yōtei. The awards ceremony will take place on June 8, 2026, and will be hosted by Erika Ishii and Dawn.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead the BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations with 12 and nine nods respectively. A total of 42 titles received nominations across various categories, with Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Arc Raiders also securing multiple nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17, 2026, in London.
BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations revealed, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads in nine categories
The nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards have been revealed, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading with 12 nominations, including Best Game. Other notable nominees for Best Game include Dispatch and Ghost of Yōtei. The awards ceremony will take place on April 17, 2026, in London.
2026 Game Developers Choice Awards winners announced
The winners for the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards have been announced. Several titles were recognized across various categories, including Best Audio, Best Debut, Best Design, Innovation Award, Best Narrative, Best Technology, Best Visual Art, Social Impact, and Audience Award. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Blue Prince were among the most nominated games.
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
The nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
