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"Hopefully a meteor will strike the earth soon": Game devs talk genAI witchhunts and the importance of honing your visual literacy
Game developers are increasingly facing false accusations of using generative AI, leading to discussions about visual literacy and the difficulty of distinguishing AI-generated content. Studios like Failbetter Games and New Blood Interactive have publicly addressed these concerns, with some even replacing art to avoid suspicion. Experts suggest that while pure visual detection is becoming harder, context and understanding the nuances of AI versus human-made art are crucial.
Why so many game developers don't want to use generative AI
Many game developers express strong reservations about using generative AI, citing ethical concerns, environmental impact, copyright issues, and job security risks. Despite some executives championing AI as a tool for efficiency, a significant portion of the industry views it as unproven, potentially harmful to creativity, and undesirable by players.
NEW BLOOD INTERACTIVE PLEDGES $100,000 USD TO MAKE-A-WISH INTERNATIONAL
New Blood Interactive has donated $100,000 USD to Make-A-Wish International, raised through their 12 Year Anniversary Sale. The initiative saw 10% of proceeds from games and merchandise go towards granting wishes for children with critical illnesses. This marks the largest donation Make-A-Wish International's 'Infinite Wishes' program has received.
Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood Interactive, will never uninstall Doom from his PC, and has over 488 hours in Fallout 76:…
New Blood Interactive CEO Dave Oshry discusses his PC gaming habits, highlighting Doom as a game he'll never uninstall and Fallout 76 as the game he has the most hours in. He shares his passion for CRPGs and FPS games, and details upcoming updates for titles like Fallen Aces and Gloomwood.
Nvidia DLSS 5 is "gen AI bullsh*t" that "looks like sh*t" says Dusk developer New Blood
Dave Oshry and David Szymanski of New Blood Interactive, developers of Dusk and Iron Lung, have strongly criticized Nvidia's new DLSS technology, calling it 'gen AI bullshit' and stating that it 'looks like shit'. Their comments express significant dissatisfaction with the visual quality and underlying technology of Nvidia's latest AI upscaling offering.
"Nobody wants their games to look like Italian brainrot" - Indie publisher New Blood CEO urges devs to push back against DLSS 5 just like they did with NFTs and crypto games
New Blood CEO Dave Oshry is urging game developers to resist Nvidia's DLSS 5 and generative AI graphics tools, comparing the push to the backlash against NFTs and crypto games. Oshry and developer David Szymanski express concerns that these technologies are becoming mandatory, driving up costs, and potentially compromising game art and performance. They advocate for prioritizing consistent framerates, sharp resolution, and affordable hardware over AI-driven features.
"At this rate, why make game art at all?": Nvidia DLSS 5 demands a sale damaging and stock tanking fightback, argues New Blood boss
Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood Interactive, argues that Nvidia's upcoming DLSS 5 technology, which incorporates generative AI, is detrimental to game development and art. He urges players and developers to boycott the technology to pressure Nvidia into focusing on more traditional advancements rather than AI-driven features that he believes compromise game visuals and artistic integrity.
'Cripple their sales, tank their stock price. Stop collaborating with them as developers': New Blood CEO on…
New Blood Interactive co-founder Dave Oshry and developer David Szymanski have voiced strong criticism against Nvidia's new DLSS 5 AI rendering technology. They argue that the AI-driven approach disrespects artistic intent, potentially devalues game art, and that features like DLSS are becoming effectively mandatory in modern games, despite their performance and visual drawbacks.
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New Blood Interactive boss Dave Oshry has reiterated his support for GOG, expressing concern over the digital storefront's future. The article also mentions a 'Matt Chat' video featuring Will Lewis of Rose City Games.
New Blood boss Dave Oshry 'quadruples down' on supporting GOG after worrying about its future, committing to sales, demos, one-click mods, plus day-and-date releases alongside Steam
New Blood CEO Dave Oshry has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the GOG storefront, expressing concern for its future. The company will ensure day-and-date releases with Steam for its titles, offer demos, and provide one-click mod installations for games like the Dusk HD remaster, aligning with GOG's DRM-free principles.
Steam gets big ups for promoting the human artists behind its latest spring sale graphics: 'Thank you for using…
Valve is being praised for crediting the human artists behind the graphics for its latest Steam Spring Sale. This move is seen as a positive contrast to the increasing use of AI-generated art in digital storefronts. The recognition of artists like Tiffany Diep has generated enthusiastic reactions online, particularly in light of recent controversies surrounding AI art.
'Bad ending: now every game is slop': Game developers share mixed reactions to DLSS 5
Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, an AI-driven technology for photorealistic visuals, but reactions from game developers are mixed. While some, like Todd Howard, are impressed with its potential for games like Starfield, many express concerns about it being an "AI slop filter" that could negatively impact artistic direction and character identity. Developers also question its high hardware requirements and the implications of its widespread adoption.
Nintendo "Cagey" About Letting Games On Switch 2, Wants To Avoid "Slop Fest"
Nintendo is reportedly being selective about which games are approved for the Nintendo Switch 2's eShop to prevent it from becoming oversaturated with low-quality titles, unlike the original Switch's eShop. New Blood Interactive CEO Dave Oshry confirmed they have Switch 2 dev kits and are awaiting approval to launch their game, Dusk, which runs at 120fps with mouse controls.
Dev says Nintendo is “still pretty cagey about letting games launch on Switch 2”, doesn’t want it to be “a giant slop fest”
Dave Oshry of New Blood Interactive stated that Nintendo is being selective about which games will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2, aiming to avoid the 'slop fest' of shovelware seen on the original Switch eShop. The company has development kits for the new console and a version of Dusk ready, but is awaiting Nintendo's approval for release.
"What's 100% of zero? Like, who gives a shit?" New Blood boss unimpressed by Epic sharing more revenue with devs than Steam
New Blood Interactive's Dave Oshry expressed skepticism about the Epic Games Store's value proposition, arguing that its free giveaways primarily serve as advertising for games on Steam rather than driving direct sales. He criticized Epic's failure to improve its store experience over a decade, despite offering a more generous revenue share to developers than Steam. Oshry also discussed GOG's preservation efforts, acknowledging their value but noting a lack of compelling reasons for users to choose it over Steam.
"Game preservation only works if people care" As GOG doubles down on its commitment to saving old games, it's asking players "who give a s**t" to support its crusade
GOG is doubling down on its commitment to game preservation, with its new owner Michał Kiciński emphasizing the importance of players supporting the platform. The company is asking players to vote on its Dreamlist, join GOG Patrons, and purchase DRM-free titles to ensure the survival of older games. This initiative aims to keep original releases available and playable on modern systems.
