SAG-AFTRA Issues 'Do Not Work' Order Against Capcom After Failing to Reach Agreement
SAG-AFTRA has barred its members from working with Capcom after the company failed to meet union contract requirements for upcoming voice acting projects.
AI Impact & Technology
This section documents the integration and impact of artificial intelligence across the gaming, entertainment, and creative industries. Coverage includes corporate adoption and bans, copyright and intellectual property disputes, hardware supply constraints, and perspectives from traditional artists.
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Kenjiro Tsuda Sues TikTok in Tokyo District Court Over Unauthorized AI Voice Clones
Voice actor Kenjiro Tsuda has filed a lawsuit against TikTok in Tokyo, demanding the removal of over 180 videos using unauthorized AI-generated replicas of his voice for narration.
AI-Generated GTA in Japan Goes Viral as Gamers Point Out Yakuza Already Exists
An AI creator generated images imagining GTA V set in Japan, prompting gamers to point out that a Japanese crime-themed open-world game already exists in Yakuza.
Game Studios and Publishers Increasingly Ban Generative AI in Contracts Over Legal Risks
A video game lawyer reveals that studios and publishers are increasingly adding strict contract clauses forbidding generative AI in creative work due to legal risks.
China Bans AI Companion Apps Over Addiction and Declining Birth Rate Concerns
China has banned AI companion apps over concerns about emotional addiction and the potential negative impact on real-world relationships and birth rates.
Gust Unveils RyzaChat, an AI Chat RPG Featuring Atelier Ryza
Gust has announced RyzaChat, an AI-powered chat RPG utilizing SpiralAI that allows players to converse directly with Atelier Ryza's titular heroine.
Over a Third of New Steam Games Use Generative AI, but Sales Aren't Growing
A study of Steam releases reveals that over a third of new games use generative AI, but its adoption has not translated into increased sales.
All Japanese Online Game Developers Now Use AI, JOGA Report Reveals
A report by the Japan Online Game Association reveals that 100% of Japanese online game developers now utilize Generative AI tools in their workflow.
Stellar Blade Fans Disappointed After Shift Up Releases AI-Generated Promo Music Video
Fans express disappointment with Shift Up after the Stellar Blade developer releases a 100% AI-generated promotional music video titled 'Wanna be in LOVE.'
Leaker Uses AI to Convert Avengers: Doomsday Leaks into Anime to Evade Copyright Strikes
A leaker used AI to transform leaked Avengers: Doomsday footage into anime-style imagery to avoid platform copyright strikes.
Asha Sharma Appointed as Advisor to the US Federal Reserve
Asha Sharma has been appointed as an advisor to the US Federal Reserve on a task force studying the economic impacts of emerging technologies.
Survey Finds Over 43% of Steam Users Open to Buying AI-Assisted Games Under Acceptable Conditions
A GameDiscoverCo survey reveals that over 43% of surveyed Steam players do not object to buying games made with AI, provided it is used reasonably.