Ninja Theory disputes claims it is using AI to replace voice actors Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Ninja Theory disputes claims it is using AI to replace voice actors "Real actors are at the heart of bringing our stories to life." News by Vikki Blake Contributor Published on 24 Sep 2022 65 comments Hellblade developer Ninja Theory has disputed claims that it uses AI technology to replace voice actors in its games, saying it only uses AI-generated voice work for "placeholder content". Ninja Theory was named by GLHF as a company that utilises the services of Altered AI, a tech firm that supports studios in creating "compelling, professional voice performances" via AI rather than professional – and real – voice actors. The report stopped short of revealing the minutiae of the arrangement, however, stating that "the details of their partnership are under wraps". Watch on YouTube Eurogamer Newscast: How damaging are video game leaks? Asked directly "are you actually considering replacing human voice actors with AI?", Ninja Theory's response was a definitive "no". "No. For clarity, we use this AI tech for placeholder content only to help us understand things like timing and placement in early phases of development," the company said on Twitter. "We then collaborate with real actors whose performances are at the heart of bringing our stories to life." No. For clarity, we use this AI tech for placeholder content only to help us understand things like timing and placement in early phases of development. We then collaborate with real actors whose performances are at the heart of bringing our stories to life. https://t.co/Nz9F1NXOGD- Ninja Theory (@NinjaTheory) September 23, 2022 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings No, we still don't have a release date for Hellblade 2, but we did finally get a gameplay trailer for Hellblade 2: Senua's Saga at last year's The Game Awards. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 6 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 4 Sonic Frontiers will receive free Monster Hunter DLC Get ready to roast. 2 Latest Articles Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 6 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store