Epic Says AI Won’t Replace Jobs, But Increase Efficiency
Insider Gaming • • technology
Key Points:
- Epic Games is actively experimenting with AI technology to enhance efficiency and optimize game development processes, particularly for Fortnite.
- Stephanie Arnette, Fortnite's senior external development manager, emphasized that AI is intended to support and streamline work, not replace jobs.
- AI tools are being explored to reduce task completion times significantly, including applications in art creation, though specific details were not disclosed.
- Epic maintains full control over any AI integration within Fortnite, ensuring that AI tools come solely from the company's internal development.
- The use of AI in gaming is gaining momentum industry-wide, with companies like Sony collaborating with Bandai Namco on generative AI initiatives.