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Anno 117: Pax Romana Faces Fan Backlash Over Alleged AI-Generated Art
Ubisoft’s upcoming city builder, Anno 117: Pax Romana, is facing criticism from fans who suspect the use of AI-generated art in its promotional materials and potentially within the game itself. The game is the first on Steam with an AI content disclosure, but players have pointed out inconsistencies and oddities in the artwork, such as characters with deformed features, leading them to believe AI was used to generate at least some of the art.
One image, initially defended as a “placeholder,” was later replaced after fan outcry, but the incident has fueled concerns about the extent of AI involvement. Some fans fear the art style will degrade compared to previous entries like Anno 1800, which was praised for its gorgeous artwork. These concerns extend beyond visuals, with reports suggesting AI may also be used for language localization. While Ubisoft has stated that AI tools are merely a complement to their largest art team in the franchise’s history, the controversy threatens to dampen enthusiasm for the game, with some fans vowing to wait for a price drop before purchasing. The growing ubiquity of AI in game development is making it increasingly difficult to distinguish between handcrafted and AI-generated content.
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