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GTA 6 wasn't "fully formed" when Trailer 1 released, Rockstar boss says, but the Tom Petty song it used was a "mission statement" of where it was going
Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson stated that Grand Theft Auto 6 was not fully formed when its first trailer was released, but the Tom Petty song used, 'Love is a Long Road,' served as a mission statement for the game's direction. He explained that the development process often starts with a song or an image, and the team then travels to the game's setting to gather inspiration.
Control Resonant lets Remedy's creativity shine, so avoiding generative AI was a "pretty natural" decision
Remedy Entertainment's upcoming action game, Control Resonant, is set to continue the studio's tradition of blending visuals, sound, and narrative. Lead Gameplay Designer Sergey Mohov confirmed the team's decision to avoid generative AI, emphasizing their commitment to creative freedom. The game will feature expanded enemy variety, including a unique 'Hiss-infested bus' enemy, and will continue Remedy's signature use of music, with a custom-written song by Vilma Jää playing a significant role in the story. Control Resonant is scheduled to launch on September 24.