New Fatal Fury Trailer Slammed By Fans Who Think Its Full Of AI
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves (CotW), set for release in 2025, has faced controversy due to its publisher SNK’s acquisition by the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, leading to accusations of sportswashing.
- SNK released a trailer for CotW’s second season, launching January 22, which includes monthly character drops and the return of fan-favorite fighters like Kim Jae Hoon and Blue Mary.
- The trailer has been heavily criticized for using apparent AI-generated footage that looks inconsistent and visually unappealing, clashing with the game’s vibrant cel-shaded art style.
- The backlash was significant enough for a Discord server moderator to resign, citing the trailer as contrary to their values, highlighting community
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