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Epic Games reportedly pivoting to "AI first" game development model

Epic Games is shifting to an "AI first" development strategy for its collaboration with the Walt Disney Company, letting AI models write all the code and…

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Ars Technica reports: Epic Games is shifting to an "AI first" development strategy for its collaboration with the Walt Disney Company, letting AI models write all the code and guide all the artwork for an upcoming shooter.

That's according to a Bloomberg report, which cites unnamed people familiar with the project who commented on the significant pivot in internal development at the Unreal Engine maker.

This technology story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include AI, Epic Games and Bloomberg.

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