Humankind 2 Game Trailer Sparks AI Controversy
The trailer for Amplitude Studios' new game Humankind 2, shown at Gamescom, was accused by viewers of being AI-generated due to its unusual visual style.
The promotional video for the strategy game Humankind 2, developed by Amplitude Studios and shown at the Gamescom opening night, sparked AI debates on social media. Although the studio stated that the video was shot with real actors, viewers remained unconvinced.
Gamescom Premiere and Reactions
The 90-second promotional video for Humankind 2, the sequel to Amplitude Studios' 2021 4X game, was presented to audiences on the opening night of the Gamescom convention.
The released video was quickly bombarded with criticism by internet users, and intense claims emerged that the footage was generated by artificial intelligence.
The Studio's Statements
Following the criticisms, the studio announced that the trailer was live-action and prepared at the Nu Boyana Film Studios in Sofia, Bulgaria.
The statement emphasized that real actors, practical sets, and specially designed props were used for the production.
Visual Suspicions and Debates
Despite the studio's statements, viewers found it suspicious that the characters and elements remained overly sharp and in focus, particularly in the marketplace tracking scenes.
The difficulty of achieving this level of depth of field in live-action shoots increased suspicions that the video was an AI product.