SAG-AFTRA Extends Video Game Strike Talks Over AI Dispute

Negotiations continue as the actors' union and major video game companies remain at odds over AI protections for performers.

Talks between SAG-AFTRA and major video game companies have been extended with new negotiation dates yet to be announced.
The strike, which began in July, persists as the two sides fail to reach an agreement on AI-related protections for voice and motion capture performers.
SAG-AFTRA has secured agreements with over 120 video game titles from more than 100 companies, independent of the major industry players.
The union claims that current proposals from video game companies contain loopholes that undermine protections for performers.
Video game companies argue that their proposals offer reasonable terms that balance performer rights with technological advancements.