IT Home On October 18, according to Japanese gaming media “Electric Shou LINE”, Konami CEO Hayakawa Hideki discussed the impact of artificial intelligence on the gaming industry.
Hayakawa Hideki pointed out that although it is generally believed in the industry that the use of AI will significantly reduce the barriers to game development, he said, “I don’t think the market environment will change dramatically.”
Hayakawa Hideki said that with the maturity of modern commercial game engines and the popularity of user-generated content (UGC) models, the entry barrier for game production has already dropped significantly. Even though AI technology can greatly improve the coordination and production efficiency of the manufacturing process, the most important factor remains “people,” the “creators.” This remains unchanged.
IT Home noticed that Hayakawa Hideki emphasized that the vitality of game development at the forefront comes from diverse creative teams working together. Through the collision of ideas, they expand the possibilities of game gameplay. This “chemical reaction” is difficult to replace easily.
At the same time, he said that technological evolution is a means to create new interactions and gaming experiences, and should be regarded as a major innovation opportunity. To help the R&D team accurately assess technical risks, establish proper awareness, and ensure that creators can safely introduce cutting-edge tools in a controlled environment, the company is providing organizational support.