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The Alters Developer Clarifies AI Use Following Player Concerns
technology8 months ago

The Alters Developer Clarifies AI Use Following Player Concerns

The Alters developer 11 Bit Studios faced criticism after players found undisclosed AI-generated content in the game, including AI prompts in subtitles and localization. The studio explained that AI was used temporarily during late-stage development for quick translations due to time constraints, and they plan to replace these with human translations in a future update. Despite their admission, the game still lacks the required AI disclosure on its Steam page.

11 Bit Studios Addresses AI Use Controversy in The Alters
technology8 months ago

11 Bit Studios Addresses AI Use Controversy in The Alters

11 Bit Studios faced player backlash over undisclosed AI use in The Alters, including AI-generated text and translations. The studio clarified that the AI-generated text was a development placeholder and that AI was used temporarily for subtitle translations due to time constraints, with plans to update the translations post-launch. The incident highlights ongoing debates about AI's role and ethics in game development.

11Bit Studios Admits Limited Use of Generative AI in The Alters
technology8 months ago

11Bit Studios Admits Limited Use of Generative AI in The Alters

The Alters developer 11 Bit Studios admitted to using generative AI for placeholder text and limited late-stage translations, which were intended to be replaced with handcrafted assets, and promised updates to remove AI-generated content. The studio emphasized the minimal impact on the game and committed to transparency and improving localization processes.

"The Alters: Demo Release and Unique Gameplay Insights"
gaming1 year ago

"The Alters: Demo Release and Unique Gameplay Insights"

Developer 11 Bit Studios has announced a playable demo for their new survival game, The Alters, available on Steam from June 10 to June 17. The game features a unique mechanic where players control multiple versions of the protagonist, Jans, each with different skills and personalities. IGN will provide exclusive coverage of The Alters throughout June, starting with a demo announcement trailer and continuing with gameplay footage and more.

"The Alters: A Genre-Blending Survival Game Preview"
gaming1 year ago

"The Alters: A Genre-Blending Survival Game Preview"

The Alters, a new game from 11 Bit Studios, combines survival mechanics on a hostile alien planet with a unique multiverse twist. Players control Jan Dolski, who must navigate a deadly environment, build a mobile base, and create alternate versions of himself to solve problems and escape an encroaching deadly sunrise. The game features resource gathering, base-building, and managing the mental states of different versions of Jan, each with unique skills and personalities. The Alters is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC later this year.

"Frostpunk 2 Beta Launches April 15th with Pre-Order Option"
gaming1 year ago

"Frostpunk 2 Beta Launches April 15th with Pre-Order Option"

The beta period for Frostpunk 2 has been announced by developer 11 bit studios, running from April 15th to April 22nd, 2024, allowing players to experience the sandbox mode, Utopia Builder Preview. The beta will be available in English and Simplified Chinese, and players can secure access by pre-ordering the deluxe version of the game. Frostpunk 2 is set to release for PC on July 25th and will be included in PC Games Pass, with a console version also planned for Xbox Game Pass.

"The Thaumaturge RPG Delayed to March 4 to Avoid Crowded February Release Schedule"
gaming2 years ago

"The Thaumaturge RPG Delayed to March 4 to Avoid Crowded February Release Schedule"

The release of the narrative RPG The Thaumaturge for PC has been delayed from February 20 to March 4 by publisher 11 bit studios and developer Fool’s Theory, with the game set to be available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. The decision was made to provide the game with a better release window and allow for additional polishing, ensuring that players have a more enjoyable experience when exploring the streets of 1905 Warsaw.

"The Thaumaturge RPG Delayed to March for Breathing Room Amid Crowded February Releases"
gaming2 years ago

"The Thaumaturge RPG Delayed to March for Breathing Room Amid Crowded February Releases"

The release of the RPG The Thaumaturge has been delayed by two weeks to March 4th, 2024, to allow the game some breathing room amidst a crowded February slate, despite development being complete. The game, which blends eastern-European fantasy, alt-history Warsaw, and elements of Persona and Pokémon, aims to provide an enjoyable experience for players.

"The Thaumaturge RPG Release Date Moved to March Due to Crowded February Schedule"
gaming2 years ago

"The Thaumaturge RPG Release Date Moved to March Due to Crowded February Schedule"

11 Bit Studios has decided to delay the release of The Thaumaturge to March 4th, 2024, despite the game being complete, in order to give it space amidst February's busy launch period. The isometric story-driven RPG, set in a supernatural version of early 20th century Poland, is developed by Fool's Theory and focuses on character development and investigation mechanics, with a historical context of Poland's annexation by Russia.

"Frostpunk 2 Storms Day-One PC Game Pass Launch with New Gameplay and Features"
gaming2 years ago

"Frostpunk 2 Storms Day-One PC Game Pass Launch with New Gameplay and Features"

Microsoft has secured Frostpunk 2 from 11 bit studios as a day-one PC Game Pass title, fulfilling the wishes of many gamers as one of the most wishlisted games on Steam. The city-builder sequel is set to launch on PC in the first half of 2024 and will later be available on consoles, including Xbox Game Pass for Xbox Series X and S, with a PlayStation 5 release also planned. The game challenges players to manage a growing metropolis and navigate societal demands and tensions in a post-apocalyptic world.

"Frostpunk 2 Storms Game Pass with Day-One Launch"
gaming2 years ago

"Frostpunk 2 Storms Game Pass with Day-One Launch"

Frostpunk 2, the city-builder sequel by 11 bit studios, will be available on PC Game Pass from day one alongside its PC release. The game's first gameplay trailer reveals larger-scale city-building elements and political negotiations, set 30 years after the original Frostpunk. While the release window for console is unconfirmed, it will be available on Xbox Game Pass upon release on Xbox Series X/S.

"The Alters: A Mind-Bending Sci-Fi Adventure Blending Survival and Multiverse Choices"
gaming2 years ago

"The Alters: A Mind-Bending Sci-Fi Adventure Blending Survival and Multiverse Choices"

11 Bit Studios has released the first gameplay trailer for their upcoming sci-fi adventure game, The Alters. The game is a third-person, base-building survival game where players control a man named Jan who must rely on various copies of himself to survive and find a way home after a space mission gone wrong. The gameplay trailer showcases the use of Rapidium crystals to create different versions of Jan, known as the "Alters," who possess unique skills and emotions. The Alters is set to release on current-gen consoles and PC in 2024.

"The Thaumaturge: A Dark and Enchanting Pokemon-Inspired Adventure"
gaming2 years ago

"The Thaumaturge: A Dark and Enchanting Pokemon-Inspired Adventure"

11 Bit Studios and Fool's Theory are developing "The Thaumaturge," an isometric, story-driven RPG set in 1905 Poland under imperial Russian control. Players take on the role of Wiktor Szulski, a burdened miracle worker who can see ethereal entities called Salutors. The game features turn-based combat and allows players to tame Salutors as they explore a gritty, historic Warsaw. Play testers have compared it to a darker, gorier version of Pokémon. "The Thaumaturge" is set to release on PC later this year, with the possibility of console releases in the future.

"The Thaumaturge's Enchanting Journey Begins with 'Dear Wiktor' Trailer in 2023"
gaming2 years ago

"The Thaumaturge's Enchanting Journey Begins with 'Dear Wiktor' Trailer in 2023"

The Thaumaturge, an upcoming RPG, is set to launch in 2023 for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. The game follows the story of Wiktor Szulski, a thaumaturge drawn back to 20th-century Warsaw due to family matters. The gift of thaumaturgy, passed down through ancestors, shapes Wiktor's journey as he tames ethereal entities and uncovers hidden secrets. The "Dear Wiktor" trailer provides a glimpse into the game's mystical world.

"11 Bit Studios Joins Xbox Game Pass, Expanding Game Library"
gaming2 years ago

"11 Bit Studios Joins Xbox Game Pass, Expanding Game Library"

Polish developer and publisher 11 Bit Studios, co-founded by former CD Projekt members, has signed a deal with Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass subscription service. The studio will be bringing a part of its portfolio to Game Pass, although the specific titles have not been announced yet. 11 Bit Studios is known for games like This War of Mine and Frostpunk, and is currently working on Frostpunk 2 and The Alters. Xbox Game Pass aims to offer a diverse selection of games to its users, and previous deals with developers have been financially beneficial.