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Devs don't buy Steam disclosure claiming gen AI was a necessity: "I'm literally unemployed and I still make all of my assets by hand"

Game developers are pushing back against Steam's claim that generative AI is necessary for game development, with one unemployed developer stating they still create all assets by hand. The controversy highlights tensions between indie developers and platform policies that appear to endorse AI-generated content over traditional artistry.

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Devs don't buy Steam disclosure claiming gen AI was a necessity: "I'm literally unemployed and I still make all of my assets by hand"
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Devs don't buy Steam disclosure claiming gen AI was a necessity: "I'm literally unemployed and I still make all of my assets by hand" | GamesRadar+

source & further reading
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