GenAI Casts Shadow Over Gamescom ONL Revelations

Kotaku argues that Gamescom 2026's Opening Night Live spotlight includes several titles that use generative AI, with some developers disclosing AI usage on Steam while others remain opaque; the piece accuses publishers of 'genAI sanewashing' and highlights how AI investments by Hoyoverse, Krafton, and NetEase shape the industry. It calls for greater transparency about where AI is used in game creation and urges players to scrutinize disclosures amid ongoing industry upheaval.