Larian Studios recently walked back its previous use of AI tools for concept art and writing during the development of the next Divinity game. After initially experimenting with generative AI to speed up certain creative processes, the studio now says…
Larian Studios has made it clear that generative AI will not play a role in crafting the concept art for their upcoming RPG, Divinity. The Belgian developer is sticking to traditional creative methods, ensuring that the visual groundwork for the…
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Larian Studios has reversed course on its approach to generative AI after some critical feedback late last year. The developer behind Baldur’s Gate 3 confirmed it will not use AI at all when creating concept art for the Divinity series.…
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Larian Studios is keeping the door open for a Divinity release on Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 console. Known for championing deep RPG experiences, the studio’s willingness to bring Divinity to the platform shows a meaningful effort to expand its audience…