The dev neglected to disclose the art before it was discovered by players.
Crimson Desert dev Pearl Abyss has acknowledged the use of AI art in its game, also vowing to replace the art in a future update.
Pearl Abyss neglected to disclose the use of AI in its game, and, after examples of AI usage were discovered by fans, has since released a statement to say the art was meant as a placeholder only and not for release.
“During development, some 2D visual props were created as part of early-stage iteration using experimental AI generative tools. These assets helped us rapidly explore tone and atmosphere in the earlier phases of production,” the studio said. “However, our intention has always been for any such assets to be replaced, following final work and review by our art and development teams, with work that aligned with our quality standards and creative direction
“Following reports from our community, we have identified that some of these assets were unintentionally included in the final release. This is not in line with our internal standards, and we take full responsibility for it.
“We also acknowledge that we should have clearly disclosed our use of AI. While these tools were primarily used during early production, with the expectation that these assets would be replaced prior to release, we recognize that this does not excuse the lack of transparency.”
The studio said it apologised “for these oversights” and would be “conducting a comprehensive audit of all in-game assets and are taking steps to replace any affected content.”
The game’s Steam page has since been amended to take the situation into account, reading, “Generative AI technology is used in a supplementary capacity during the creation of some 2D prop assets. Any such assets are replaced through our production pipeline by our art and development teams, ensuring they meet our quality standards and creative direction.”
Crimson Desert is out now on Windows PC, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, and PS5.
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