AI reshapes game design says Kojima

A look at AI driven changes in games, Switch 2 sales data, and fan reactions to The Last of Us

AI Redefines Gaming the Way 3D Graphics Did

Hideo Kojima says AI is the next big shift in how games are made. He frames AI as part of a long tech arc that began with 2D and 16 colors, moved to 3D, and then online connectivity, with AI now entering game creation as players shape how games respond. He cautions that he personally plays very few games, but he sees AI as a mainstream tool for developers.

Cyberpunk 2077 performed strongly on Switch 2, with CD Projekt Red noting that a large share of June sales were physical cartridges. About 75 percent of copies on Switch 2 were physical, underscoring a preference for tangible media in the new console window. In other updates, Space Marine 2 announced a 2026 content plan that includes a new Techmarine class wielding Omnissiah Axes, along with additional PVE missions, PVP maps, and cosmetics. Rumors about a Switch like PS6 handheld surfaced, with reports suggesting a dockable device could ship around 2027 at a price near 500 dollars. Bella Ramsey addressed backlash to The Last of Us season 2, urging fans to watch or engage with the game instead if they disagree with the show, emphasizing that opinions do not change the work itself.

AI is entering games as a development tool rather than just a feature. It promises more adaptive worlds and personalized play, but it also deepens the reliance on data and algorithms, raising questions about creativity and control. The Switch 2 data shows players still value physical media, even as digital ecosystems expand. That tension matters for publishers in budgeting and logistics as hardware and services evolve. The Space Marine 2 roadmap signals a shift toward ongoing content drops that keep players engaged, a trend that mirrors live-service models. Rumors of a PS6 handheld hint at a broader industry move toward portable hybrids, a space where Sony would compete with Nintendo as consumer expectations shift toward flexible gaming experiences. Ramsey’s stance on backlash reflects a public appetite for separation between creative output and fan reaction, which can influence how studios respond to criticism without compromising identity.

Highlights

The pace of invention in gaming continues to outstrip hype, and what players want most may be surprises built before they know they need them.