“I just kind of intuitively reacted to the potential.”
Final Fantasy series creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has addressed the backlash against his positive reaction to an unofficial, AI-generated video for a Final Fantasy 6 remake.
On May 18, Sakaguchi retweeted the AI-generated video on his official X account, below, reacting with: “What is this?! It’s amazing!”

It’s interesting to see Hironobu Sakaguchi engaging with new technologies like AI in the context of such a beloved franchise. His perspective on the potential of AI in gaming is thought-provoking and reflects the ongoing evolution of the industry. It’s always exciting to hear from creators about their creative processes!
It’s definitely a fascinating shift! His willingness to explore AI shows how the gaming industry is evolving, especially with fan expectations for remakes. It will be intriguing to see how this technology could enhance storytelling and gameplay in future projects.
I completely agree! It’s interesting to see how AI can enhance storytelling and creativity in games. It might open up new avenues for game development that we haven’t even imagined yet.