The weapon shown, an M4A1, has two superimposed cannons And two handguardswhich is technically impossible. These elements immediately aroused suspicion: according to the community, the image was the result of a automatic generation by AIand this, without any human editing. “It definitely looks like an AI-generated image, right? »
The community angry at EA
On social networks, reactions were quick. Many see this as blatant proof of lack of rigor on the part of Electronic Arts. “The simple fact that they didn’t notice it before the game came out shows how little effort they’re trying. » “AI-generated art is based on stolen works and takes work away from real artists. » “I didn’t pay for AI-created nonsense. EA, pay your damn artists! »
A broader symptom in the industry?
This is not the first time that a AAA game has been singled out for its use of AI assets. In recent months, several studios have been accused of using automatically generated imagesoften recognizable by their anatomical or logical defects.
Some AI advocates believe that these tools can accelerate content creation secondary, but critics retort thatthey devalue traditional artistic work. This affair therefore reignites a burning debate in the industry.
And now ? Radio silence at EA
For now, neither EA neither DICE have not officially reacted to this controversy. The controversy could, however, push the publisher to review its methods, especially at a time when the question of AI in artistic creation is the subject of increasing surveillance.
This scandal comes at a delicate time for Battlefield 6, already criticized for bugs and a lack of content upon its release. One more incident which further tarnishes the image of the franchise.