Video game players go on strike over AI

2024-07-26 04:15:30

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By: Samuel M. | 07-25-24

The use of artificial intelligence in large productions appears a big problem for the participants Hollywoodunionized in the SAG-AFTRAwho went on strike for several months, who experienced days of uncertainty that culminated in a happy outcome for everyone in ensuring their labor rights were respected, as well as improving their working conditions.

However, the fight did not stop there. This season will be the season of video game players, who are also associated with SAG-AFTRA. Since AI has become popular, many players have expressed concern about the increasing use of modern technology to avoid giving royalties to players.

Since September, we have been aware of this scenario and SAG-AFTRA has begun discussions with several studios such as Action Productions, Blind Light, Disney Characters, EA Productions, Formosa Interactive, Insomniac Games, Epic Games, Take-Two Productions, VoiceWorks Productions and WB Games.

It is true that the negotiations have not reached a successful conclusion, so starting today, the SAG-AFTRA players will go on strike. Union representatives mentioned that although “Many important issues have been reached for SAG-AFTRA members, employers (studios) refuse to state in clear, enforceable language that they will protect all actors covered by this agreement in the use of AI.«.

Fran Drescher, The president of SAG-AFTRA, made it clear that the actors “They won’t accept a deal that allows companies to exploit AI“and they will be”ready to negotiate when they are serious about a deal«.

Audrey Coolrepresentative of video game developers (by VGC), have responded for companies to show that they feel «agreement» that the group is removed when «They almost reached an agreement«. According to Cooling, they havefound common points in 24 of 25 proposals» that includes extra salary and extra security. Finally, they say they are “prepare to negotiate«.