Crimson desert's launch marred by ai-generated art claims

Crimson Desert's debut has been met with a mix of excitement and controversy after the game's launch yesterday.

Players question authenticity of art assets

A number of players have taken to social media to express concern over the authenticity of certain art assets in the game, with some accusing the developer, Pearl Abyss, of using generative AI in its final product.

One of the most cited examples is a painting of two swordsmen with odd, unnatural angles, prompting users to question whether the artwork was created by a human or AI.

Other players have pointed to similar-looking characters and horses in the game, with elongated limbs and proportions that seem inconsistent with human anatomy.

While some have argued that the art could simply be stylized or have artistic license, the prevalence of these questionable assets has raised eyebrows and sparked debate within the gaming community.

This is not a new issue for the gaming industry, with several high-profile cases in recent months involving the use of generative AI in final game assets. Nintendo, Activision, and Electronic Arts have all faced scrutiny over AI-generated content, with some games losing awards or facing backlash from players and critics.

Pearl Abyss has yet to publicly confirm or deny the use of generative AI in Crimson Desert, despite the game's Steam store page lacking any disclosure about AI involvement.