Generative AI
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As Sony removes over 700 shovelware games from the PlayStation Store, one impacted publisher pledges to continue using Xbox, Nintendo, and Steam: "This was just as unexpected for us as it was for you"
Sony has removed over 700 games from the PlayStation Store, primarily from publishers Nostra Games and CGI Lab, as part of an effort to clean up the platform. Many of these titles are described as 'shovelware' and some utilized generative AI assets. Nostra Games has stated they will continue releasing titles on Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and Steam.
Capcom confirms it isn't using gen AI in its games. Hopefully it sees sense with DLSS 5, too
Capcom has confirmed it will not be using generative AI assets in its games, though it may employ the technology to enhance development efficiency. The company also expressed hope for the adoption of DLSS 5.
Pearl Abyss forgot to mention it used generative AI to create assets for Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has apologized for not disclosing its use of generative AI in creating some in-game assets. The studio stated that "experimental AI generative tools" were used during early production for "2D visual props" with the intention of replacing them before launch. Pearl Abyss acknowledged the lack of transparency and is conducting an audit to replace affected assets in upcoming patches.
Capcom Reveals How It Will Use GenAI Art In Its Games: It Won't
Capcom has stated that it will not implement AI-generated assets into its video game content, though it is exploring AI technologies to improve efficiency in graphics, sound, and programming. This comes after other companies like Pearl Abyss acknowledged using AI art assets, and Nvidia's DLSS 5 showcase for Resident Evil drew criticism.
Crimson Desert admits it used generative AI for "early-stage iteration" and apologises AI images were not replaced before release
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has admitted to using experimental AI generative tools for early-stage iteration of 2D visual props, apologizing for not replacing them before release and for the lack of transparency. The company is now conducting an audit to replace affected assets and is reviewing internal processes to improve communication with players. The article also briefly mentions ongoing technical challenges with the game's launch and Intel GPU support.
Square Enix announces it will integrate Google’s generative AI Gemini into popular online game Dragon Quest X
Square Enix is integrating Google's generative AI, Gemini, into its online game Dragon Quest X to provide players with conversational assistance and hints. This feature, embodied by the companion character Oshaberi Slimey, aims to help new players navigate the game. Square Enix is also collaborating with Google Cloud to expand AI usage, with executives predicting AI will significantly transform gaming within the next three to five years.
Major industry survey finds that, surprise surprise, 9/10 game devs think generative AI use should be more fully…
A survey by GamesIndustry.biz reveals that 88.4% of game industry workers believe developers should fully disclose their use of generative AI. The survey also found that nearly half of respondents disagreed with Valve's current Steam policy, which only requires disclosure for AI-generated content consumed by players, not for internal efficiency tools.
Crimson Desert appears to use generative AI art—and if so, the devs never disclosed it
Crimson Desert appears to have used generative AI art for an in-game painting without disclosure, according to a report. The artwork, depicting a battle scene, features distorted elements suggesting AI generation. The developers at Pearl Abyss have not yet commented on the matter.
"The underlying geometry is unchanged" - turns out DLSS 5 really is just a filter over 2D images, as Nvidia employee reveals: "Materials are inferred from the rendered frame"
An Nvidia employee has clarified that DLSS 5 utilizes 2D imagery and motion vectors, functioning similarly to an Instagram filter by inferring materials from the rendered frame rather than altering underlying geometry. While developers will have controls for intensity and color grading, the AI's interpretation of the image appears to be an on or off function, raising concerns about artistic intent.
Baffling Crimson Desert Images Have Ignited A Generative AI Controversy
Crimson Desert, developed by Pearl Abyss, is facing controversy as players suspect the use of generative AI in its environmental art. Images shared on social media platforms show inconsistencies and stylistic elements commonly associated with AI-generated art. The game's Steam page does not disclose the use of AI, potentially violating Valve's guidelines.
AI Yi-Yi!
A significant majority of game industry workers, nearly 90%, believe that the use of Generative AI in game development should be disclosed on digital storefronts. This sentiment highlights growing concerns about transparency and the impact of AI on creative roles within the industry.
Nearly nine in ten games industry workers believe GenAI use should be disclosed on storefronts
A survey by GamesIndustry.biz found that 88.4% of games industry workers believe generative AI use should be disclosed on digital storefronts like Steam. While Valve has an AI disclosure policy, many respondents disagreed with its current approach, favoring more comprehensive transparency regarding AI's role in development, even for efficiency gains.
NVIDIA Blindsides Game Devs with DLSS 5 AI Showcase Reveal
NVIDIA revealed its new DLSS 5 generative AI technology without informing the game developers whose titles were featured in the showcase. This lack of communication has caused controversy, overshadowing the technological announcement. While the DLSS 5 features promise significant performance improvements, the incident highlights a breakdown in partnership and respect between NVIDIA and game studios.
Will you be turning Nvidia DLSS 5 off?
Nvidia's upcoming DLSS 5 technology, set to launch in Fall 2026, is already facing criticism for its reliance on generative AI, with some players labeling it "AI slop." Concerns are raised about potential impacts on developer creative control and whether players will opt to disable features like AI upscaling and frame generation, especially if they are enabled by default. The article also touches upon AMD's competing technologies and the hardware requirements for DLSS 5.
KPop Demon Hunters Tour? Netflix's Gaming Gamble is Wil... | TAG
Several gaming news items are covered, including the announcement of Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness coming to Nintendo Switch Online, Netflix's plans for a KPop Demon Hunters world tour, and Aspyr denying the use of generative AI in Tomb Raider Remastered. Additionally, reviews for Crimson Desert are mixed, Crystal Dynamics faces another round of layoffs, and updates are discussed for Fortnite and Counter Strike 2.
'We found out at the same time as the public' — Capcom and Ubisoft devs were out of the loop on Nvidia DLSS 5 involvement, adding to the AI controversy
Capcom and Ubisoft developers were reportedly unaware of Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology being integrated into their games, discovering it simultaneously with the public. This revelation adds to the ongoing controversy surrounding Nvidia's use of generative AI, with some developers and former industry figures expressing concerns about its impact on game art and character models.
Capcom and Ubisoft developers surprised by DLSS 5 announcement: “We found out at the same time as the public"
Developers at Capcom and Ubisoft have expressed surprise and concern regarding Nvidia's recent DLSS 5 announcement, with many reportedly finding out at the same time as the public. While some executives like Todd Howard and Jun Takeuchi are supportive, others are anxious about the implications of generative AI tools on artistic control and employment within the industry.
Tomb Raider Remastered studio denies using generative AI after new Challenge Mode gets panned by players
Aspyr, the studio behind Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, has denied using generative AI for new outfits in a recently released Challenge Mode update. Players criticized the new content, with many speculating about AI involvement. Aspyr stated their artists created the outfits and are working on a patch to address texture issues and technical bugs.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Bugs
Aspyr Media, the studio behind Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, has denied using generative AI for the game's latest update. The company stated that the update focuses on fixing bugs and addressing texture issues, with further improvements planned.
Tomb Raider Remastered studio denies using generative AI in latest update, says fixes for bugs and 'texture…
Aspyr, the developer of Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, has stated that its priority is to fix bugs and texture issues in the latest update. The studio also denied claims that new outfits in the update were created using generative AI, asserting they were made by their artists. Aspyr has not provided a release date for the upcoming patch.
