Video Game Performers Take Stand Against AI Threats

In a bold move that could change the landscape of the video game industry, Hollywood’s video game performers have voted to go on strike over artificial intelligence concerns. The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has been in negotiations with major game studios for nearly two years, but talks broke down over the regulation of generative AI. Without proper safeguards, game companies could exploit AI technology to replicate actors’ voices or create digital replicas of their likenesses without their consent or fair compensation. The union’s president, Fran Drescher, stated that members would not accept a contract that allows companies to ‘abuse AI’. This strike marks the second work stoppage for video game voice actors and motion capture performers, signaling a critical moment in the fight for industry protections and fair treatment. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.