1666: Amsterdam Developer Apologizes for Using AI Assets in Game Prologue
Panache Digital Games, the developer behind "1666: Amsterdam," has issued an apology for incorporating AI-generated assets into the game's playable prologue, currently available on PC. The studio confirmed that "early versions of assets" created using AI made their way into the 30-minute experience, leading to player concerns. The developer has committed to replacing these AI-generated elements with human-made versions in an upcoming update and ensuring the full game will not include any AI-generated assets. The prologue, announced last week during Summer Games Fest, is available for free on Epic Games Store and Steam.
Panache Digital Games, the studio developing "1666: Amsterdam," has apologized for its use of AI-generated assets within the game's playable prologue, which is currently accessible on PC.
In a statement posted on X/Twitter, the studio acknowledged that players of the 30-minute prologue had raised "concerns" regarding art that appeared to be AI-generated. Panache Digital Games, known for its previous title "Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey," had recently announced "1666: Amsterdam" during the Summer Games Fest livestream.
The statement admitted that the team of artists at Panache had utilized AI to create "early versions of assets." These specific assets, including some in-game portraits and external marketing materials, will now be replaced with human-made versions. The studio plans to release an update soon to address these changes.
Panache Digital Games reassured players that both the Early Access and the full version of "1666: Amsterdam" will not contain any AI-generated assets. This move follows user reviews on platforms like Steam, where the prologue currently holds a 'Mixed' rating, with some players criticizing the use of generative AI for in-game and promotional art.
"1666: Amsterdam" is a concept originally devised by Panache founder Patrice Désilets, co-creator of "Assassin's Creed." The prologue is available for free via the Epic Games Store and Steam. An early access release is anticipated later this year, with a full launch planned for a subsequent date.
(Source: IGN)
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