How A.I. Could Assist in the Creation of Your Beloved Video Game Character

Blizzard Entertainment, the studio behind popular video games such as World of Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch, has turned to generative artificial intelligence (AI) to produce concept art and streamline the creative process. By feeding assets from their hit titles into the AI image generator, Blizzard can quickly generate new ideas and artwork. The studio hopes that this technology will reduce design and development workload, making the process more efficient and enjoyable. Other game developers, including Microsoft and Ubisoft, are also exploring the use of generative AI to speed up game development and improve quality assurance testing. However, some concerns have been raised about potential copyright issues and the impact on job displacement and misinformation. Despite these concerns, game developers believe that harnessing generative AI has the potential to revolutionize the industry and enhance the creative workflow.