"The technology has been used to modify photos and improve productivity, but it has also threatened jobs and created havoc with the truth. When it comes to video games, players abhor AI. It's associated with slop and the deluge of nice-looking but cheaply made games. That has created a hunger for authenticity. Players want games made by human artists with code that's crafted with flesh and blood, and that's reflected in the best games of the year."
"That led to an impressive and epic tale about Gustave, Lune and the rest of Expedition 33, working together to stop the Paintress from eliminating a generation of people in the city of Lumiere. The campaign begins with a big shock that pulls players into its distinct Belle Epoque world. The RPG is backed with solid mechanics that introduce QuickTime-type elements into the turn-based combat that reward skill as well as strategy."
Artificial intelligence presence in daily life has produced both acceptance and repulsion, with uses ranging from photo modification and productivity boosts to job threats and truth distortion. Video game players largely abhor AI, associating it with sloppy output and a flood of cheap, visually appealing games, and instead craving authenticity and human-crafted work. 2025 favored indie titles produced by small teams driven by passion and care, yielding higher-quality experiences. Standout releases included Clair Obscure: Expedition 33, an epic Belle Epoque–inspired RPG with skill-rewarding QuickTime-style turn-based mechanics and emotional storytelling, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, which refines combat, stealth, and exploration while reconnecting Australia.
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