Accused of having used artificial intelligence in its development, Blue Prince finds himself at the center of a controversy after unfounded allegations circulated. Its publisher finally responded publicly to set the record straight, highlighting the ethical issues of AI in the video game industry.
Polaris of controversy: when AI and video games intersect
The question of the use of generative artificial intelligence in the development of video games has never been more present. After recent cases of publishers acknowledging the use of AI tools, a rumor recently targeted Blue Princea highly praised rogue‑like puzzle game set in 2025. This rumor quickly gained momentum after Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 lost its awards at the Indie Game Awards for similar reasons.
Although Blue Prince won the title of best independent game, allegations – mainly relayed by an article from The Escapist — claimed that the developer Dogubomb would have used AI in the creation of the game. These accusations quickly sparked debates and reactions in the community, in particular on the ethics of AI in artistic and game creation.
The editor speaks: denial and defense of human work
Faced with these allegations, the publisher of Blue Prince, Raw Furyissued a public response to set the record straight and defend the integrity of the project. This release aims to clarify that the success of the game rests entirely on the human effort and creativity of the lead developer, Tonda Ros, known under the pseudonym Dogubomb.
In a message relayed on social networks, Raw Fury stated: “For those who need confirmation: there is no no AI used in Blue Prince. The game was built and shaped with complete human instinct by Tonda Ros (Dogubomb) and her team. It’s the result of eight years of development, fueled by imagination and creativity, and we are extremely proud of what Tonda has achieved. »
Debate around AI: between ethics, evidence and rumors
One of the main criticisms that emerges from this affair is lack of solid evidence to support accusations of using AI. As Raw Fury pointed out, the claims were not accompanied by hard data or technical examples demonstrating the use of generative tools in the development process.
In the video game industry, the use of AI is causing intense debate. Some studios recognize the use of AI for tasks like prototyping or idea generation, while others maintain a strict line on manual creation. Regardless, this controversy surrounding Blue Prince shows how important it is to distinguish between rumor and verified facts before making a public accusation.
Consequences for Blue Prince and the gaming industry
Although the affair may leave an imprint on the reputation of Blue PrinceRaw Fury’s clear denial should help correct the perception in the community. It also highlights the growing sensitivity around the use of AI in creative media.
For independent developers, this situation serves as a reminder of the need for increased transparency about creation methods, as well as the challenges they face when exposed to unfounded accusations. More broadly, the gaming industry could see this type of incident as an invitation to clarify its standards, particularly during events or awards where the use or not of AI is a criterion taken into account.