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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 had its awards rescinded at the Indie Game Awards after it was revealed that the game used generative AI assets during development, violating the event's strict AI policy, leading to the retraction of its Game of the Year and Debut Game awards.
The Indie Game Awards disqualified Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 from its Game of the Year and Debut Game categories after discovering the game used generative AI in its development, contrary to initial claims, leading to the retraction of the awards and reassignment to other games.
The Indie Game Awards revoked the Game of the Year award from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 due to its use of generative AI, despite widespread use of AI in gaming. The award was given to Blue Prince, which also used AI for art assets, highlighting the performative nature of the controversy. The article criticizes the selective stance on AI use in the gaming industry and questions the moral consistency of such decisions.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's success highlights key RPG design elements worth emulating, such as character-specific combat mechanics, impactful equipment, and fast game intros, while cautioning against overused mechanics like parrying and the lack of map markers in linear levels. Developers should focus on innovative, purposeful systems that add depth and engagement to turn-based RPGs.