Players forgot about Cygames, and the company apologized to fans for the AI studio.

Players boycotted Cygames, and the company apologized to fans for its AI studio Cygames, the developer of popular hits Umamusume: Pretty Derby and Granblue Fantasy, found itself at the center of a scandal after announcing its new division, Cygames AI Studio.

The studio was initially presented as a platform for developing tools based on generative intelligence, which caused a wave of indignation among gamers and artists. Many saw this as a threat to the quality of content and respect for the work of real creators.

The community's reaction was so intense that Cygames had to issue an official apology. The company acknowledged that the initial announcement was "too simplistic" and did not take into account current social discussions and issues related to the use of generative AI.

The developers were quick to reassure fans that the graphics and content in their current products are created exclusively by hand, thanks to the skill and technical knowledge of their staff. Cygames' main promise was a commitment not to implement generative AI in their games "without prior notice." The studio emphasized that it continues to prioritize freedom of expression and the work of creators. In this way, the company is trying to find a balance: to continue research in the field of new technologies in order to "keep up with the industry," while maintaining the trust of its audience, who appreciate the authorial style of their projects.