Saber Interactive Refutes Claims of Replacing Human Writer with AI Technology

Game development studio Saber Interactive has issued a denial regarding accusations that it replaced a human writer with ChatGPT on its upcoming driving game, Rideshare Stimulator. The allegations were made public by Stella Sacco, who claims to have been the lead writer on the project before being removed midway through development. Sacco stated that she was taken off the project so that Saber could utilize ChatGPT to generate content, including passenger voices. However, Saber Interactive has countered these claims, asserting that it has not replaced any writers with AI for Rideshare Stimulator or any other game, and that its team of writers has actually tripled in size since 2023. The studio acknowledged that the game will feature an experimental mode that incorporates AI due to the infinite number of passengers, but emphasized its commitment to using AI tools to enhance gameplay experiences, not replace human writers. Despite Saber's statement, Sacco stands by her account, citing her personal experience and previous social media posts as evidence. The controversy highlights the ongoing debate about the role of AI in game development and the importance of transparency regarding the use of generative AI content.