Nearly all contemporary video games incorporate neural networks during their creation, although players might not be aware of this fact, according to Jack Buser, who leads the gaming division at Google Cloud. He notes that a staggering 90% of game studios surveyed indicated they utilize AI in their processes. However, comprehensive industry studies reveal a significantly lower acknowledgment rate, estimating that only 40% to 50% of studios are transparent about their AI usage. Buser suggests that many developers are reluctant to openly discuss their reliance on AI technologies. The gaming industry is increasingly compelled to integrate AI to manage expenses, as game development costs have nearly doubled since 2017. While AI remains a contentious technology, it is particularly beneficial for handling "labor-intensive, repetitive, and low-value" tasks. Would you consider playing a game developed with AI? — Yes, no issue — No, that’s inferior
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