Wolverine's Weird Bathroom Sign: Just a Bug, Not AI
This incident highlights the scrutiny developers face over AI use, even for minor visual glitches. It also underscores that while some studios embrace generative AI, others like Insomniac are cautious…
This incident highlights the scrutiny developers face over AI use, even for minor visual glitches. It also underscores that while some studios embrace generative AI, others like Insomniac are cautious…
Key points - Fans discovered an odd-looking bathroom sign in Marvel's Wolverine, sparking generative AI rumors. - Insomniac's James Stevenson denied AI use, attributing the sign to a UV map bug. - A fix for the UV map bug is currently in development. - Insomniac used machine-learning in Spider-Man 2 and plans to continue doing so. - Marvel's Wolverine released on September 15 and reportedly outsold Death Stranding 2's lifetime PS5 sales.
Timeline - Recently: Fans spot an odd bathroom sign in Marvel's Wolverine, raising questions about AI-generated assets. - Shortly after: Insomniac's James Stevenson denies AI use, citing a UV map bug and confirming a fix is coming. - September 15: Marvel's Wolverine launches and becomes a swift success, reportedly exceeding Death Stranding 2's lifetime PS5 sales.
FAQ
Q: Did Insomniac use generative AI in Marvel's Wolverine? A: No, according to James Stevenson. He stated there are no AI-generated assets in the game and blamed a UV map bug for the odd bathroom sign.
Q: What caused the weird bathroom sign? A: A UV map bug, which affects how textures are applied to 3D models. Insomniac is working on a fix.
Q: Does Insomniac use AI in other games? A: Yes, they used machine-learning to speed up development on Spider-Man 2 and plan to continue using it in the future.
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