Epic Games reportedly pivoting to "AI first" game development model
Summary
Epic Games is changing how it makes video games by using artificial intelligence (AI) to write all the code and create the artwork for a new shooter game with Disney. This shift means human developers will mainly guide and manage the AI’s work instead of writing code by hand. The game’s release has been delayed as Epic adjusts to this new AI-focused process.Key Facts
- Epic Games is adopting an "AI first" strategy, using AI to write code and create art for a shooter game with Disney.
- Human developers will oversee and direct AI-generated content rather than coding manually.
- The project, originally planned for March 2027, is now delayed indefinitely due to AI changes and slower development.
- Epic CEO Tim Sweeney said the goal is to help developers make more and better games with AI support, not to reduce staff.
- Epic Games laid off over 1,000 employees earlier in 2024 because of decreased player engagement in Fortnite.
- AI has been used more for research and brainstorming than coding in the game industry so far.
- Epic and Disney previously faced issues when an AI-version of Darth Vader in Fortnite caused problems with inappropriate language.
- A recent survey found 36% of game professionals used generative AI tools, but mostly for early development tasks.
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