Epic Games shifts to AI-first game development
What happened
On 13 October 2026, Ars Technica reported that Epic Games is shifting to an "AI-first" game development model, no longer hand-writing code or using art made without AI. The report says the change concerns a delayed Marvel/Star Wars shooter. It gives no further detail on the scope of the model, how it will be implemented, or the effect on project timelines.
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- Ars Technica · AIEpic Games reportedly pivoting to "AI first" game development model
"No more hand-written code" or AI-free art for delayed Marvel/Star Wars shooter.
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