Recent reports indicate that both PlayStation and Xbox are gradually incorporating generative AI into their game development workflows, despite the controversies surrounding its use. Data also shows that the use of generative AI in game development is growing rapidly, although major players like PlayStation and Xbox have been cautious about adopting it openly.
According to a recent analysis, one in five games on Steam now uses generative AI. This isn't particularly surprising, as Valve's storefront is one of the largest platforms for indie titles. Indie developers also face less pressure than major video game companies when it comes to using AI. Still, it seems that two of the biggest names in the industry are planning to adopt the technology for game development despite the ongoing stigma surrounding it.
A report by The Game Post suggests that a newly established first-party PlayStation studio called Dark Outlaw Games has been looking to hire a concept artist experienced with generative AI tools such as Midjourney and ChatGPT. Meanwhile, insiders claim that Xbox has already begun integrating similar AI tools into Halo Studios' workflow, allegedly using them to build worlds and refine various aspects of upcoming Halo installments' art. This shift toward generative AI...
