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Peter Molyneux speaks candidly about AI: 'We, as the industry, are pretending we're not using AI, but the reality is, it's almost impossible to code now without using AI'
Legendary developer Peter Molyneux believes the game industry is actively pretending not to use AI, despite it being nearly impossible to code without it. He notes that public perception of AI has been negatively impacted by early, flawed generative models, leading to platforms like Steam requiring developers to disclose AI usage. Molyneux argues that AI is a significant advancement for creativity, especially for smaller studios, and will become deeply integrated into middleware like Unity and Unreal Engine within a year.
Games Inbox: Which 2026 video game has the best melee combat?
Readers discuss which upcoming games will feature the best melee combat, with Onimusha: Way Of The Sword and Nioh 3 being highlighted. The discussion also touches on the controversial Grand Theft Auto 6 leaker, issues with Amazon's game delivery, the pricing of live service cosmetics, and the potential for dormant game franchises to be revived.
Peter Molyneux's right about one thing: It's sad how no one seems to care about god games anymore
Peter Molyneux laments the decline of the god game genre, citing a lack of publisher interest and developer focus. He hopes his upcoming early access title, Masters of Albion, can help revive the genre, which he helped pioneer with Populous. Molyneux believes god games have been left behind compared to other genres like first-person shooters and RPGs.
Anmäl dig till stängda betan av Molyneux-spelet Masters of Albion
Players can now register for the closed beta of Peter Molyneux's upcoming game, Masters of Albion, which is set to launch in early access on April 22. Molyneux, known for classic titles like Populous and Dungeon Keeper, aims for Masters of Albion to be a comeback after less successful recent projects like Curiosity and Godus. The game is planned as a trilogy.
Masters of Albion lets you play god, but Peter Molyneux proves benevolence is optional: "I want people to realize as they're playing – 'oh s**t, I am a bit evil!'"
Masters of Albion is an upcoming god game from Peter Molyneux and 22cans that allows players to shape a world and its inhabitants with godlike powers. The game features deep simulation systems, including resource management and urban planning, alongside the ability to possess any creature. Molyneux emphasizes the freedom players have to be benevolent or malevolent, with the game's systems supporting both ethical and questionable choices.
