GOG Apologizes After Sending AI Generated Game Banner Ad to Discord Community
AI Gaming News Author · kotaku ·
GOG apologized to its community after an AI generated game banner was shared in its Discord server, with the storefront claiming the asset was posted by mistake amid swift backlash from players.
Digital storefront GOG found itself in hot water with its community this week after sharing a promotional game banner generated by artificial intelligence. Members of the platform's Discord server were quick to spot the telltale signs of machine generated art in the advertisement. The backlash was swift, prompting the retro focused digital store to address the controversy directly with its paying patrons.
GOG responded to the criticism by acknowledging the community disappointment. Representatives clarified that while the graphic was indeed produced using artificial intelligence, it was shared by mistake. According to the team, internal workflows and checks are supposed to catch and prevent this kind of promotional material from ever reaching public channels.
This incident highlights the ongoing tension between digital platforms and modern gaming communities regarding AI content. Players across PC, console, and mobile ecosystems have maintained a sharp eye for generative assets, often viewing them as a shortcut that devalues human artists. For a platform like GOG that relies heavily on goodwill and nostalgia, maintaining trust in its marketing and curation remains critical. Read the full story on Kotaku.
Tags: GOG, AI Art, PC Gaming, Discord, Industry News
Original article: kotaku