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Oct.27,2023
Have AI-enhanced characters become uglier? In recent years, with the rapid development and progress of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, various industries have been trying to incorporate AI into their operations. For instance, text-based workers can use AI to improve writing efficiency, programmers can reduce code errors with AI optimization, and one of the most widely applied areas is AI-enhanced "AI patching." AI patching technology can be applied in the fields of images and films, improving the image quality of old works, enhancing image details, and filling in missing parts, among other applications. Many classic movies and animated works have lost their original charm over time. The emergence of AI patching technology has allowed these works to be revitalized, giving people a chance to relive those precious memories. While AI patching technology provides many conveniences, it also comes with some issues and risks that could lead to backlash if not handled carefully. Recently, the popular YouTube channel Corridor Crew released a video titled "We Created Photorealistic Human Faces for Game Characters," where they demonstrated the application of AI patching technology in video games. The technology was used to make game characters' faces more realistic, with improved facial features, expressions, and skin textures. Corridor Crew explained the principles behind AI patching in the video. They combined facial deformation technology, "Insight Face," with the image generation model "Stable Diffusion XL" to alter the facial expressions of game characters. However, Corridor Crew overlooked a critical issue when enhancing the facial expressions of game characters, especially in characters with strong artistic styles. When forcefully modified to appear more realistic, the characters can become jarringly out of place. This issue becomes even more prominent in Japanese-style games. For example, in "Final Fantasy 7: Remake," AI-patched versions of "Cloud" and "Aerith" have highly unnatural facial features. The characters' faces appear as if they have been airbrushed, resembling the effects applied by real-life cosplayers using Photoshop. Even in Western games, like "Horizon: Zero Dawn," the AI-patched facial expressions of "Aloy" don't align with reality. In the game's lore, "Aloy" is a post-apocalyptic female warrior, but the AI enhancement simply added a beauty filter effect while lacking facial details. Critics argue that AI patching technology erases the distinctive characteristics and personality of original game characters, making them all appear as if they were created from the same mold. This video released by Corridor Crew generated considerable discussion online, with varying opinions about AI patching technology. Supporters believe that AI technology can make game character modeling more realistic, which is crucial for reviving older games. On the other hand, opponents argue that AI technology strips characters of their originality, rendering them indistinguishable. In addition to online discussion, the video also garnered significant attention within the industry. Liz Edward, character designer for "Apex Legends," shared her thoughts on AI-patched character modeling. She emphasized that the artistic design process has a direction, and game character modeling shouldn't lose its unique artistic sense over time. Making arbitrary changes for the sake of detail could lead to a cheapening of characters' identities. Corridor Digital is a production studio composed of content creators and filmmakers, founded in 2009. They create content related to behind-the-scenes details of movies and secondary adaptations of popular films, known for their captivating content and extravagant special effects. With over 6 million subscribers on YouTube, they have even created TV commercials for large companies like Google and Amazon. Earlier this year, Corridor Digital's popular animated short film "Rock, Paper, Scissors" generated significant attention on YouTube. The entire film, including character expressions, effects, and storyboarding, was generated entirely by AI. Corridor Digital believed that making game character faces appear more realistic would evoke stronger emotional connections with players. However, their understanding is flawed. What makes game characters appealing is not just their modeling; it's the combination of their personalities, backgrounds, experiences, values, and more. Designing games as purely an artistic expression based on character appearances can't lead to the recognition of games as the "ninth art" by the public. As of now, Corridor Digital hasn't fulfilled the promise made in the video to "show the future of game graphics." Instead, the more they modify, the more issues they encounter. Despite the impressive learning capabilities of AI, it's still an emotionless machine. It will never resonate on a deeper level with people, and that is the fatal flaw of AI. There's much uncharted territory in the field of artificial intelligence waiting for us to explore and uncover. Until it can officially break these boundaries, AI will never replace humans. So, what are your thoughts on "AI patching technology making game characters more realistic"?
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