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Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai warns AI could lead to unoriginal, unplayable games

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Nintendo's Masahiro Sakurai warns that AI tools may produce derivative games lacking originality and playability, potentially flooding the market. He has championed originality for 16 years, overseeing the Game Designers Award since 2010. The post appeared on Nintendo Everything on October 20, 2026.

Key points

• Masahiro Sakurai, the director of Super Smash Bros., has expressed concerns that AI could generate games that are derivative and unplayable.
• Sakurai has championed originality in game design for 16 years, having helped oversee the Game Designers Award since 2010.

Context

Sakurai, a veteran game designer, advocates for originality in game design. His warning about AI's impact on game creation highlights a potential shift in the industry landscape.

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