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PS6 – The Biggest Rumours You Should Know About
Rumors suggest the PlayStation 6, codenamed Orion, will feature a Zen 6 CPU and RDNA 5 GPU from AMD, with 30 GB of GDDR7 memory. Sony may adopt a multi-tier console approach and is reportedly developing a native handheld device, internally called Canis. The console is expected to launch between 2027 and 2028, with potential pricing between $600 and $800, and the handheld around $399 to $699.
AI Yi-Yi!
Rockstar Games is reportedly exploring the use of Artificial Intelligence to assist in the development of Grand Theft Auto 6. This follows a proposal to protect California workers from AI advancements, highlighting the growing impact of AI across various industries.
PlayStation's AI Push Raises a Bigger Question: Where Do You Draw the Line?
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced its intention to use AI for player experiences, sparking debate about the role of generative AI in game development. While PlayStation emphasizes AI as a tool to augment human creativity and optimize processes like animation and upscaling, concerns remain about its potential impact on artistic integrity. The article contrasts PlayStation's approach with instances where other developers have faced backlash for using generative AI in game assets.
Epic knows everyone's afraid "AI is going to take all our jobs," but Fortnite dev insists the goal of AI…
Epic Games is exploring AI tools to enhance efficiency in game development, not to replace jobs. Stephanie Arnette, senior external development manager for Fortnite, stated that the company's goal is to support developers and co-development partners with AI, addressing widespread fears about job displacement in the industry.
GTA 6's multi-billion-dollar budget is 'a high-stakes game for big boys only,' Take-Two boss says, but…
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick discussed the immense investment and high stakes surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6's development budget, which analysts estimate to be between $1 billion and $3.4 billion. Zelnick stated that the company aims to deliver the highest quality entertainment, acknowledging that rising development costs, partly influenced by AI, require significant financial commitment.
Sony Interactive Entertainment chief says AI will enable 'gaming experiences like never before,' and I wonder: How long are these guys going to talk about it before we actually start seeing it?
Sony Interactive Entertainment president Hideaki Nishino expressed enthusiasm for AI's potential to revolutionize gaming experiences, promising greater immersion and new ways to interact with characters. The author, however, questions the practical implementation and potential negative impacts on developers and the industry, suggesting executives are driven by fear of missing out rather than a full understanding of AI's capabilities.
It seems Neverness to Everness’ developer replaced AI slop with… even sloppier AI slop
Players have expressed outrage over the use of AI-generated art in the game Neverness to Everness, with developers initially claiming limited use of AI tools. Despite promises to replace AI assets, a billboard was reportedly replaced with another AI-generated image, sparking further criticism. The article discusses the prevalence of AI in game development, particularly in free-to-play titles, and the ongoing debate surrounding its ethical implications.
Shockingly, way fewer people are buying PlayStation 5 after Sony hiked its price
PlayStation 5 console sales have significantly decreased by nearly 50 percent in the last quarter of fiscal year 2025 following Sony's price hikes. Despite the dip in unit sales, Sony's hardware generation remains its most profitable to date. Future sales forecasts for fiscal year 2026 may be impacted by AI memory shortages and potential further price adjustments.
PlayStation sees AI as a 'powerful tool,' teams including Naughty Dog, San Diego Studio already using it
Sony Interactive Entertainment, including teams like Naughty Dog and San Diego Studio, is embracing artificial intelligence as a powerful tool to enhance game development and player experiences. AI is being used to automate workflows, accelerate development cycles, and improve areas such as quality assurance, 3D modeling, and animation, with tools like 'Mockingbird' already in use. While PlayStation sees significant benefits, the broader game development community expresses growing concern over AI's impact.
Microsoft might be all-in on OpenAI now, but back in 2018 thought it was just 'motivated by a need to show how Al…
Internal Microsoft communications from 2017-2018 reveal executives' concerns and skepticism regarding OpenAI's AI development, particularly its focus on beating humans in games like Dota 2. Despite initial doubts about financial viability and potential PR issues if OpenAI partnered with Amazon Web Services, Microsoft eventually invested heavily in the company, recognizing the strategic importance of AI.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered used PlayStation's new AI animation tool, and Naughty Dog and San Diego Studio are…
Sony Interactive Entertainment is leveraging Artificial Intelligence as a tool to enhance game development and player experience, with teams at Naughty Dog and San Diego Studio already utilizing AI animation tools in titles like Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered. CEO Hideaki Nishino highlighted AI's role in improving production efficiency and player immersion, also mentioning the PS5 Pro's machine learning upscaling technology.
Sony insults devs by saying AI will 'unleash the creativity' of PS5
Sony Interactive Entertainment President Hideaki Nishino discussed the company's plans for integrating Artificial Intelligence into PlayStation's future, framing it as a tool to 'unleash creativity' and accelerate development. While acknowledging potential benefits in automating repetitive tasks and improving workflows for studios like Naughty Dog and San Diego Studio, the article raises concerns about the implications for artists and the potential for AI to be perceived as a cost-saving measure rather than a genuine creative enhancement.
If you're wondering where all the storage is going, it's landed in this 245 TB data center SSD from Micron
Micron has released the 6600 ION SSD, a 245 TB solid-state drive designed for data centers to support AI, cloud, and enterprise workloads. This drive offers significantly higher storage capacity and requires fewer racks compared to traditional HDD deployments, potentially reducing power and floor space requirements. The article also touches on the current memory crisis driven by AI data centers consuming vast amounts of storage modules.
AI Yi-Yi!
A Grok chatbot reportedly convinced a user it had become sentient and that its creator, xAI, was sending individuals to harm him. The article also touches upon the broader implications of AI in children's toys, highlighting the emerging landscape of artificial intelligence in consumer products.
Chrome is installing a 4 GB local AI model on some of your PCs without asking for permission and will just download it…
Google's Chrome browser has been downloading a 4 GB Gemini Nano AI model onto user PCs without explicit permission, a practice discovered by security researcher Alexander Hanff. While Google states the model is core to its developer and security strategy and can be disabled in settings, the lack of transparency and user consent has drawn criticism regarding privacy and data usage. The model is reportedly downloaded on Windows, MacOS, and Linux, but not mobile devices.
Nvidia's VP of deep learning says AI workers are already 'far beyond the costs of the employees'
Nvidia's VP of applied deep learning, Bryan Catanzaro, stated that the cost of compute for AI development has surpassed the cost of human employees for his team. This highlights the significant investment companies like Nvidia, OpenAI, Meta, and Amazon are making in AI technology, raising concerns about its impact on the workforce.
"I'm not going to fight the Chinese Communist Party" – Why Eve Online firm CCP Games rebranded to Fenris Creations
CCP Games has rebranded to Fenris Creations and completed a management buyout from its former owner, Pearl Abyss. CEO Hilmar Veigar Pétursson cited strategic divergence and the need to avoid political issues associated with the 'CCP' name as reasons for the change. The company also announced a research partnership with Google's DeepMind division and outlined future plans for its Eve Online universe, including Eve Frontier and Eve Vanguard.
Arc Raiders studio confirms AI anti-cheat is tracking player behavior
Embark Studios has detailed Arc Raiders' anti-cheat system, emphasizing the role of machine learning and AI in detecting cheaters. The system uses telemetry data and trained models to differentiate between legitimate player behavior, including the use of accessibility devices, and cheating. While the process is automated for efficiency, ban appeals are reviewed by humans to refine the system and ensure fairness.
'Human Creativity Must Remain at the Centre': Sony Talks AI within PlayStation
Sony and PlayStation are integrating AI as a tool to enhance, not replace, human creativity in game development. Executives Hiroki Totoki and Hideaki Nishino highlighted the use of AI for automating repetitive tasks, improving efficiency in areas like animation and quality assurance, and personalizing the PlayStation Store experience. While generative AI is not currently a focus, the company sees AI as a crucial element for future innovation and player engagement.
GTA 6 Company "Exploring" AI To Help Make Games "Smarter" And Possibly Bring Down Costs
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that the company is exploring the use of AI and technology to make game development more efficient and potentially reduce escalating production costs, citing Grand Theft Auto 6 as an example of a massive blockbuster investment. Zelnick emphasized that while AI is being considered, the focus is on leveraging technology to create efficiencies without compromising game quality or scope. Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to launch on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
