{"slug": "nearly-20-of-steams-new-next-fest-games-come-with-a-generative-ai-warning-stats", "title": "Nearly 20% of Steam’s new Next Fest games come with a generative AI warning, stats reveal", "summary": "Nearly 20% of games in Steam's June 2026 Next Fest carry generative AI disclosures, according to SteamDB data. Of roughly 8,700 participating titles, 1,715 (19.71%) reported AI use during development. Valve requires these disclosures for transparency, and some players now use browser extensions to flag AI-generated content.", "body_md": "👋\nNewsletters\nSubscribe to our newsletters\nSign up for our free, weekly newsletter!\nSubscribe\nBy signing up, you acknowledge our\nprivacy policy\nand may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.\nLeave this field empty if you're human:\nPC Guide\nSearch\nComputing\nGaming PC\nTablet PC\nLaptop\nDesktop Computer\nComponents\nGPU\nCPU\nMotherboard\nRAM\nPC Case\nCooling\nPower Supplies (PSU)\nHDD\nSSD\nNetworking & Peripherals\nRouter\nModem\nNAS\nWiFi\nComputer Chair\nMonitor\nKeyboard\nMouse\nComputer Microphone\nHeadset\nComputer Desk\nWebcam\nElectronics\nConsole\nFitness & Tech\nRaspberry Pi\n3D Printer\nTV\nProjector\nVR\nSmart Home\nPrinter\nSoftware\nMicrosoft Office\nWindows 10\nWindows 11\nAndroid\niOS\nApps\nSoftware Downloads\nInternet Safety\nFlight Simulator\nAI\nGuides\nHow To\nCompare\nFAQs\nFeatured\nReview\nNews\nDeals\nSpring Sale\nTools\n\n```\nHome > News \n\nNearly 20% of Steam’s new Next Fest games come with a generative AI warning, stats reveal\n\n                            Devs have to disclose AI use on the Steam page                    \n\nAbdul Haddi\n\n \n\nLast Updated on June 17, 2026  \n\n        PC Guide is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Read More\n\nTable of Contents \n\nGenerative AI in gaming isn’t going anywhere\nPrime Day is coming — don’t miss the deals\n\nSteam Next Fest is one of the biggest events on Valve’s platform, giving players a chance to try upcoming games before they officially launch. The June 2026 edition features thousands of demos across a wide range of genres, from indie projects to larger releases. However, one trend has become impossible to ignore: the use of generative AI.\nAccording to data spotted through SteamDB, 1,715 of the roughly 8,700 games participating in Steam Next Fest currently carry a generative AI disclosure. That works out as 19.71% of titles – meaning nearly one out of every five games in the June 2026 event has reported some form of AI usage during development.\n\nSign up for our free, weekly newsletter!\n\nSubscribe\n\nBy signing up, you acknowledge our privacy policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Leave this field empty if you’re human: \n\nGenerative AI in gaming isn’t going anywhere\nThe numbers highlight just how quickly AI tools have become part of modern game development. While some studios use the technology for artwork, textures, voices, or marketing materials, others say it helps speed up development tasks that would otherwise take significantly longer for small teams.\n\nPrime Day is coming — don’t miss the deals\n\n      Get ready for exclusive savings with Prime.\nAges 18–24 can get a 6-month Prime trial for $0\n\n      Start your Prime trial →\n    \n\nCapcom is one major company that has disclosed its intention to “actively” use AI for development, but not for final game content. Reportedly, generative AI has “zero part” in the upcoming blockbuster GTA 6, and the developers of Gears of War: E-Day recently claimed there is no generative AI in the latest entry to the franchise.\nValve requires developers to disclose generative AI usage on Steam. These disclosures are typically found near the bottom of a game’s store page alongside system requirements and other details. The policy was introduced to give players more transparency about how games are being made and where AI-generated content may appear.\nFor some players, these labels have become an important factor when deciding which games to support. In fact, the growing number of AI disclosures has even led to the creation of browser extensions that automatically detect and display AI warnings when viewing Steam pages. One such Chrome extension highlights the disclosure immediately, making it easier for users to spot AI usage without scrolling through the entire store page.\n\nThis extension for Chrome adds a nice big warning every time you open a Steam page for a game that uses AI-generated content. Perfect for Next Fest browsing.https://t.co/STj1vRHTU8 pic.twitter.com/M6SQsHFLJo— outstar 🧛 professional vampire simp (@outstarwalker) June 16, 2026\n\nThe debate around AI in gaming remains highly controversial. Some players argue that AI tools help smaller developers compete in an increasingly crowded market. Creating a demo for Steam Next Fest can require significant time and resources, and some developers may see AI as a way to reduce costs and speed up production.\nOthers remain strongly opposed to the use of AI in games. Critics often point to concerns about originality, asset quality, and the potential impact AI could have on creative jobs within the industry. Several games have already faced backlash after players discovered AI-generated content that was either undisclosed or intended to be replaced before launch but ultimately remained in the final product.\n\n    659Would you buy a bare bones Steam Machine?Would you buy a variant of the Steam Machine with no RAM and/or no SSD and install them separately to help save on costs?     No, I want the Steam Machine to be complete     Yes, I would buy a RAM-less version     Yes, I would buy an SSD-less version     I'd buy a bare bones version with neither component         \n\nAbout the Author\n\nAbdul Haddi\n\n \n\nAbdul is a tech writer and Editor for PC Guide, specializing in all things tech, gaming, and hardware.\n\nLoad More\n\nYou can trust PC Guide\n\nOur team of experts use a combination of independent consumer research, in-depth testing where appropriate - which will be flagged as such, and market analysis when recommending products, software and services. 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