Crimson Desert Developer Issues Apology for AI Art Usage

The developer of “Crimson Desert” is conducting a comprehensive audit to remove any AI-generated assets from the game. This follows reports of AI-generated art being discovered in the final release. They admitted that AI content was used during development with the intention to replace it before launch. The company apologized for its inclusion and the lack of transparency regarding its use, stating that they should have disclosed it. The use of generative AI in gaming has become a contentious issue, with some large studios embracing it, while smaller developers reject it, declaring their games “AI free.”