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Crystal Dynamics Used “AI-Assisted Tools” While Developing the Tomb Raider Reboot.
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TL;DR
- Crystal Dynamics used AI-assisted tools in the development of the Tomb Raider reboot.
- AI tools supported early exploration and temporary development content.
- All AI-assisted assets were either replaced or refined by humans.
- The goal was to maintain the creative and artistic vision of the development team.
- AI tools help teams iterate on ideas faster and more efficiently.
- Finished content in the final product is human-crafted.