AI Replacing Videogame Illustrators in China.

AI image generators are replacing human videogame artists and illustrators in China, leading to job losses and lower wages for those who remain. AI programs like Midjourney and Stable Diffusion are getting better at creating convincing artwork, forcing illustrators to adapt in ways they aren't thrilled about. The Chinese videogame market has had a rough couple of years, with a government licensing freeze causing an industry-wide job crisis. While some game developers say they won't totally substitute human artists' labor with AI, the technology has allowed them to cut costs.