Overview
- Straley confirms no machine learning or large language models were used to build the reactive companion in Coven of the Chicken Foot.
- He declares "I don't like AI!" and describes generative AI as "a snake eating its own tail."
- He stresses the term AI in games traditionally refers to human-scripted NPC behavior, which he says is now easily misinterpreted.
- He says he has zero interest in computer-generated art and "doesn't think prompting is art," even if constrained models might yield something compelling.
- His stance contrasts with studios experimenting with generative tools, including Embark, NetEase, and Larian, as well as major publishers exploring the tech.