Saber denies AI replaced Rideshare Stimulator writers
A former lead writer alleged ChatGPT and AI voices were used on the Unigine-developed game.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights ongoing concerns over disclosure and labor impact as generative AI enters game writing and voice production. It also shows how unclear AI-use policies can create reputational risk for studios and publishers.
The key points
- 1.Saber denies replacing writers with AI on Rideshare Stimulator.
- 2.Former lead writer Stella Sacco says ChatGPT replaced her mid-development.
- 3.The claim also involves alleged AI-generated passenger voices.
Saber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch denied that Saber or Unigine replaced writers with AI on Rideshare Stimulator. Former lead writer Stella Sacco had claimed on Bluesky that Saber replaced her with ChatGPT midway through development and that all passenger voices were AI. The Verge reported the conflicting claims around the game, which was announced last month and is developed by Unigine.
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