Lucas Pope's Reluctance to Discuss His Latest Project Due to AI Concerns

Developer Lucas Pope, known for his work on Papers, Please and Return of the Obra Dinn, has expressed his reservations about discussing his current project, citing concerns that its core concept might be replicated by others, including AI. In a conversation with Mike Rose and Rami Ismail on their podcast, Pope stated that he has become more cautious about sharing information about his ongoing work. He explained that the current climate makes him uneasy about discussing his projects, fearing that they might be copied or 'slurped up by AI.' Pope's hesitation stems from the uncertainty surrounding the impact of AI on game development, a topic that continues to be debated among developers and players. Recently, a translator who worked on Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 reported being replaced by AI, further highlighting the contentious nature of this issue.