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Level-5 CEO admits using generative AI in recent showcase
Level-5 president and CEO Akihiro Hino has apologized after confirming that generative AI was used in the studio's recent digital showcase for Professor Layton and Yo-Kai Watch titles. Hino stated the AI was used as an experiment to make the presentation more spectacular and apologized for making fans uncomfortable, while emphasizing that the games themselves are still made by human hands. He also mentioned the studio's goal to reduce development time by using AI for efficiency tasks like converting artwork into polygons.
Fan Backlash Puts Level-5’s AI Showcase Under Scrutiny
Level-5 president and CEO Akihiro Hino has apologized after fans expressed backlash over the use of generative AI in footage shown during the studio's recent digital showcase. Hino stated that AI was used to make the presentation more spectacular, but insisted that core game elements like scenarios and character designs remain human-made. The incident has drawn comparisons to other games facing scrutiny for undisclosed AI use and highlights a wider industry trend.
Level 5 boss apologises for AI use for Professor Layton, Yo-Kai Watch reveals
Level-5 president and CEO Akihiro Hino has apologized on X following criticism that the company used generative AI during its recent Level-5 Vision event. The presentation featured games from the Professor Layton and Yo-Kai Watch series, and the use of AI drew significant backlash from fans.
Professor Layton studio Level-5's CEO admits using AI to make its digital showcase "more spectacular"
Level-5 president and CEO Akihiro Hino has admitted to using generative AI in the studio's recent digital showcase to make the presentation "more spectacular." Following fan backlash, Hino apologized for making people uncomfortable and clarified that core game elements like scenarios and character designs are still created by human hands. He stated AI is being used for efficiency and experimentation in digitizing creative work, not for generating final game assets.
New Metroid, Kirby, Persona, and More Announced in Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026 - NintendoFuse
Nintendo held a Direct presentation on September 9, 2026, revealing over 50 titles for the Nintendo Switch 2, including new installments in the Metroid, Kirby, and Persona series. Several DLC packs, game updates, and amiibo were also announced, with some titles also releasing on the original Nintendo Switch.
After 9 Years, We’re Finally Getting More Of The Excellent Professor Layton
A new trailer for Professor Layton and the New World of Steam revealed a December 10, 2027 release date, marking the first new game starring Professor Layton himself since 2013. The game will be a multiplatform launch, available on Nintendo Switch, PC, and PlayStation 5. The trailer showcased the return of Luke as an adult detective and hinted at the series' signature brain-tickling puzzles.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Is Finally Out on Mobile!
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, developed and published by Level-5, has been released on Android for $24.99, following its May 2025 launch on PC and consoles. The mobile version includes cross-play and cross-save features, along with exclusive costumes inspired by Professor Layton and Yo-kai Watch. The game allows players to explore a mysterious island, travel through time, and utilize a job system with 14 different 'Lives' to rebuild the land.
'Significant' Pay Rises Offered by Professor Layton Studio — if You Correctly Answer Quizzes About the Company's Games
Professor Layton developer Level-5 is offering significant pay rises to potential employees who can correctly answer quizzes about the company's games. This unique hiring initiative aims to test candidates' knowledge of Level-5's game catalog.
CEO of major Japanese studio says employees get pay raises if they ace a quiz about its games, because that's…
Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino has implemented a unique pay raise system where employees can earn more money by passing quizzes about the company's games. Hino believes that deep knowledge of Level-5's titles is a genuine skill that increases employee efficiency and streamlines workflows, justifying the cost of the raises.
Quiz, please – Spel med brittisk charm
This article presents a quiz focused on games with a distinct British charm, including adventure, action, and racing titles. Games mentioned as examples with a British feel are Fable, Professor Layton, and Sherlock Holmes.
Japan: Latest Famitsu most wanted charts
The latest Famitsu most wanted charts for Japan show Pokémon Winds & Waves in the top spot with 599 votes. Pragmata follows closely in second place with 541 votes. The list also features other anticipated titles such as Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo and Persona 4 Revival.
Jock Blaney, The Voice Of Star Fox 64's Wolf & Bill Grey, Has Died
Veteran radio broadcaster and voice actor Jock Blaney, best known as the original English voice of Wolf O'Donnell and Bill Grey in Star Fox 64, passed away last month at the age of 76. Blaney also had credits in games like No One Lives Forever and the Professor Layton series. His iconic lines from Star Fox 64 remain memorable for fans.
Level-5's Snack World Remake Drops Nintendo Exclusivity, Coming to PS5
Level-5's roguelike dungeon crawler, Snack World, is dropping its Nintendo exclusivity and will be released on PlayStation 5. Originally launched on Nintendo 3DS and later Nintendo Switch, the game will feature enhanced graphics and refined gameplay, with a new mode allowing players to control the anime's protagonist, Chup. A release date for the PlayStation 5 version has not yet been announced.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (4th April)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Pokopia, Super Mario Wonder, and The Last of Us Part II being played. The article also touches on recent gaming news including the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, April Fools' gags, and game delistings.
