At a time when every game developer seems to be turning to AI for their next project, CD Projekt Red has confirmed that it'll have no part in making The Witcher 4 (or even its sequels). As generative AI improves in its ability to imitate human creativity, many developers have turned to it in creating visuals or audio for their games.
At least one studio, though, seems to remain skeptical: during an audio webcast for CD Projekt Red investors, co-CEO Michal Nowakowski made it clear that it doesn't plan to let AI affect anyone's jobs (via GamesRadar+). Although it doesn't count out the use of AI in certain areas of game development, Nowakowski doesn't believe it can replace "gaming industry talent."
"As for reducing headcount thanks to AI," he said, "I don't imagine that."
That's not to say that The Witcher 4 won't use any AI at all. Later in the webcast, Nowakowski clears things up: "Our usage of AI is mainly in the productivity areas, and that's where we see the largest benefits."
In other words, it sounds like The Witcher 4 won't use AI for creative tasks, like graphic design, voice acting, or coding. It may be...
