All articles tagged with #ai generated art
Hooded Horse, the publisher of Manor Lords and Terra Invicta, has implemented a strict ban on AI-generated assets in their games due to ethical concerns, emphasizing the difficulty of policing AI use and advocating for more detailed policies. They view AI art as problematic and potentially harmful to artists and the industry, reflecting broader debates about AI's role and impact in creative fields.
A record deal was signed with an AI-generated artist, raising complex questions about copyright law and the future of music, as the law struggles to keep pace with AI-created content and the distinction between human and AI contributions.
Blizzard has denied allegations that the new sprays for Overwatch 2 were created using AI, asserting that the artwork was artist-made despite fan suspicions and previous AI-related controversies.
The remake of Front Mission 3, released in June 2025, has faced criticism for replacing original 2D art assets with AI-upscaled versions, resulting in noticeable quality issues and fan disappointment, raising concerns about the use of AI in game art restoration.
The new Hot Shots Golf game uses AI-generated textures for trees and leaves across its courses, sparking ethical and quality concerns among players, despite the game's return after nearly a decade.
Fortnite's user-created content is currently inundated with AI-generated artwork featuring racist depictions of people, including crude caricatures of large, shirtless men holding food. Despite thousands of players engaging with these modes, Epic Games appears unaware or unwilling to remove the offensive images flooding the game. The platform's easy access to a large audience has led to an overflow of copycats and clones, with some user-made games featuring racist imagery gaining significant popularity. Players are expressing concerns about Epic's lack of moderation, prompting questions about the company's stance on AI-generated art and its impact on the platform.
Square Enix has confirmed that the upcoming online shooter Foamstars includes AI-generated art, specifically for album covers featured in the game. The generative AI tool Midjourney was used to create abstract images from simple prompts, with the publisher clarifying that the core elements of the game were still handmade by the development team. This move aligns with Square Enix's recent exploration of how generative AI can be utilized in internal game development, as company president Takashi Kiryu expressed the potential for AI to fundamentally change the creative processes in game development.
Square Enix confirms the use of AI-generated art in the upcoming PlayStation exclusive Foamstars, with most of the game being traditionally made but a small percentage of icons and in-game album covers created using AI tools. The company aims to implement an "aggressive" AI policy, with plans to use AI to enhance development productivity in future projects. The use of AI-generated assets in video games raises questions about the balance between artistic expression and technological progress.
Square Enix's upcoming game Foamstars, a Splatoon-like shooter, will be released on February 6 and will be available on PlayStation Plus. The game's producer revealed that while most of the artwork was handcrafted, some in-game assets, specifically album covers for in-game tracks, were created using AI art generator Midjourney. This has sparked controversy due to ongoing legal disputes involving Midjourney's use of copyrighted material and raises concerns about the impact of AI-generated art on the video game industry and the artists involved.
Square Enix has confirmed that the PlayStation exclusive game Foamstars utilizes AI-generated art for certain assets, particularly in creating in-game album covers for music tracks using the controversial AI tool Midjourney. The use of AI in the game constitutes a very small percentage, with the core elements and gameplay being predominantly handcrafted by developers. The inclusion of AI in Foamstars reflects Square Enix's commitment to applying cutting-edge technologies, but it also adds to the ongoing controversy surrounding AI's impact on creative industries, particularly in the context of video game voice actors and artwork.
Square Enix has confirmed that its upcoming game Foamstars contains some AI-generated art, specifically in the in-game album covers for the music tracks. The use of generative AI in creative industries, including video games, has sparked controversy, with concerns about replacing professional artists and using their work without permission. The EU is moving to regulate generative AI, and Valve has changed rules around games containing AI-generated assets on Steam. Despite criticism, some game companies have embraced AI for non-asset generation uses, such as bug testing, improving NPC dialogue, and localization.
Magic: The Gathering maker Wizards of the Coast apologizes for using AI-generated art in a promotional image, despite a standing ban on AI in its art. The controversy has led to at least one artist publicly announcing that he is "done" with the company. The company initially denied the use of AI in the image but later backtracked, acknowledging that the art included "some AI components." The situation highlights the challenges of maintaining a ban on AI-generated art in a fast-evolving industry.
Ubisoft has been using AI-generated versions of Assassin's Creed art on its social media channels, sparking criticism and mockery from fans. This comes as the company has recently undergone a "cost reduction" program, resulting in over 1,000 departures, including layoffs. The use of AI-generated art has raised questions about the company's priorities and the state of the gaming industry.
The poster for Marvel's Loki Season 2 is suspected to have incorporated an AI-generated stock photo, as pointed out by Twitter user and artist Katria. The image shows digital artifacts and symbols that appear formless, along with the incorrect Roman numeral "IIII." Further investigation by other users and apps suggests that the image is indeed AI-generated. This follows Marvel's previous use of AI-generated opening credits for the Disney+ series Secret Invasion, raising questions about the understanding and use of AI-generated images in the entertainment industry.
A study examined how individuals perceive art created by artificial intelligence (AI) and humans in terms of emotions and intentions. The results showed that people attributed intentions and emotions to both AI and human creators, but reported stronger emotions when viewing art made by humans. Participants accurately identified the creator of the artwork more often than random guessing, and human-made art received slightly more favorable ratings in terms of beauty and interest. While participants felt emotions for both AI and human-made art, they more frequently ascribed intended emotions to human-made art. The study sheds light on how humans perceive AI-generated artwork but has limitations due to a small sample size and limited complexity of the artworks used.