The recent announcement of Crazy Taxi: World Tour at the Xbox Games Showcase has been met with a mix of excitement and concern. As fans delved into the game's Steam page, they discovered a disclaimer revealing the use of generative AI in the game's development. This has sparked a heated debate among gamers, with some expressing frustration over the use of AI-generated assets.

Sega has since confirmed the use of generative AI as a support tool for developers, aiming to enhance the gaming experience and allow developers to focus on creative tasks. The company assures that AI was only used for background assets and not for performers in the game.

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  • Sega used generative AI to support the development of background assets in Crazy Taxi: World Tour.
  • The AI-generated assets were subject to review by the development team to ensure quality and consistency.
  • No AI was used in reference to performers in the game, addressing concerns over potential misuse of AI technology.
  • The use of generative AI has sparked controversy among fans, with some expressing concerns over the impact on game development and the potential for over-reliance on AI tools.

For more information on the ongoing discussion around generative AI in game development, Source: Game Informer