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Larian Studios has decided not to use generative AI for creating concept art for their upcoming game Divinity to avoid any ambiguity about the origin of the art, following fan backlash and clarifications about their previous AI usage policies. They are exploring AI for other development purposes but will only use AI trained on data they own for in-game assets, and AI will not be used for writing or creative assets in the game.
Larian Studios has confirmed it will not use generative AI for creating concept art for the upcoming Divinity game to ensure all art remains original, although it plans to use AI internally to speed up development processes with trained models on its own data.
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens,' the article explores how concept art and the creative team behind it helped shape the film's visual style and storytelling, highlighting key designs and their impact on the final movie.
Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke clarified that the studio is not replacing concept artists with AI, but uses AI tools at early ideation stages to explore ideas and references, emphasizing that human artists still create the final concept art. The studio employs AI to speed up experimentation and stay competitive in the industry, despite concerns about AI's controversial impact on artists and creativity.
Larian CEO Swen Vincke clarified that the studio uses generative AI only for idea exploration and not for creating concept art or replacing artists, amidst backlash from fans and former employees. The studio emphasizes its commitment to original artwork and hiring skilled artists, and states it is exploring AI as a tool to enhance creativity without replacing human talent.
The book 'Metroid Prime 1–3: A Visual Retrospective' offers a detailed collection of concept art from the first three Metroid Prime games, providing insights into the game's development and artistic evolution, making it a must-have for fans despite some missing artist credits.
The new 210-page art book, 'Metroid Prime 1–3: A Visual Retrospective,' offers an in-depth look into Nintendo and Retro Studios' design process for the Metroid Prime series, featuring concept art, behind-the-scenes notes, and development insights, just ahead of the series' return with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.
Nintendo has released a free 35-page digital sample of its upcoming 'Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective' art book, showcasing concept art from the trilogy, with the full 212-page book available for pre-order ahead of its October 28, 2025 release. The book includes insights from series producer Kensuke Tanabe and features art from the original Metroid Prime games, coinciding with the upcoming Metroid Prime 4 release and amiibo launches.
A cancelled Xbox Perfect Dark reboot, which was in development with gameplay concepts like an adrenaline system and eco sci-fi aesthetics, was recently revealed through internal documents and concept art, showing what might have been a modern reimagining of the classic franchise before its cancellation.
Concept art for the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake has been uncovered, revealing a denser, more detailed version of Kashyyyk, though the game's development has faced delays and uncertainties, including a change in development teams and platform availability.
Christian Whitehead revealed prototype artwork of a potential Sonic Mania 2, showcasing a 2.5D Badnik called Kanga Clanga, which was part of a concept for a next-generation Sonic game that never materialized. The artwork and a custom 'Outback' beat highlight what could have been, as Sega moved away from pixel art and Sonic Mania's sequel was ultimately not developed. Whitehead's studio later worked on Penny's Big Breakaway, and Sonic Mania was followed by Sonic Superstars.
The article highlights unused concept art from the long-in-development game Dragon Age: The Veilguard, showcasing detailed character posters that reveal the personalities and aesthetics of the game's party members, with a focus on the impressive art created by Volta Studio. It also touches on the studio's troubled history and current projects after BioWare's restructuring.
EA's Black Panther game, in development for four years and featuring exploration of Wakanda and multiple heroes, was canceled, but leaked concept art offers a glimpse of the project. Despite the cancellation, other Marvel games like EA's Iron-Man and Marvel 1943 are still in development, with potential releases in 2026.
Aquaplus has announced a new RPG titled Project Kizuna, currently in development with no specified platforms or release date. The project features notable staff including producer Naoya Shimokawa, director Kengo Uchibori, scenario writer Munemitsu Suga, and character designers Tatsuki Amazuyu and Misato Mitsumi. Further details are yet to be revealed.
Capcom has revealed unused concept art for Akuma in Street Fighter 6, showcasing nine different designs that didn't make the final cut. These include a more primal look, a Super Saiyan 3-like design, a Gen-inspired version, a nature-themed Akuma, and others. Fans can unlock this concept art by completing Akuma's arcade mode three times.