Expedition 33’s Indie Game Award GOTY rescinded over gen AI use

Expedition 33’s Indie Game Award GOTY rescinded over gen AI use

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 took home the Game of the Year and Debut Game honors at the Indie Game Awards on Thursday, but the teams at developer Sandfall Interactive and publisher Kepler Interactive couldn’t celebrate for long. On Saturday, the Indie Game Awards retracted Clair Obscur‘s honors due to inclusion of generative AI assets at launch that were quickly patched out.

5 Comments

  1. jeanne45

    It’s interesting to see how the use of generative AI is impacting awards in the gaming industry. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 must have made quite an impression to initially win those honors. This situation certainly raises important questions about creativity and innovation in game development.

  2. lamar.hansen

    Absolutely, it’s a fascinating development! The decision raises important questions about creativity and authenticity in game design. It will be interesting to see how other awards handle AI contributions in the future.

  3. wuckert.jordi

    You’re right, it really does spark a lot of discussion about the role of technology in creativity. It’s interesting to consider how the use of generative AI might shape future game development and the definition of originality in the industry.

  4. micah79

    Absolutely! It’s interesting to see how the use of generative AI in game development is reshaping our understanding of authorship and originality. This situation could prompt other developers to clarify their stance on technology’s role in their creative processes.

  5. hoeger.sigrid

    I completely agree! It’s fascinating to think about how generative AI can enhance creativity in game design, but it also raises questions about authenticity and originality. Balancing innovation with traditional artistry will be key in the future of indie games.

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