Palworld does not use generative AI, PocketPair CEO assures
Palworld has been on the receiving end of accusations and rumors regarding generative AI ever since its immensely successful Early Access launch back in January. In the absence of conclusive evidence, discussion about Palworld’s assets being plagiarized and/or AI-generated has quietened down to a degree, but PocketPair’s CEO Takuro Mizobe recently addressed the topic.
For context, Palworld was featured in the August 2024 edition of CGWORLD, a Japanese magazine specializing in computer graphics and image/video creation. The special feature takes a deep dive into Palworld’s development process, focusing on aspects such as Pal creation, gun motions, lighting, effects, and environments.
On July 10, PocketPair’s CEO shared news of the publication’s release via his personal X account. In the post, Mizobe remarks, “Palworld is often accused of using generative AI, but in reality, we do not use it. Our artists draw thousands of sketches. (The feature) introduces part of our Pal creation process, so anyone interested should have a look!”
Previews published by CGWORLD reveal sketches and 2D concept images of some of Palworld’s Pal designs.
Although only available in Japanese, CGWORLD’s latest edition can be purchased digitally via Amazon Japan.
I do not think they do use AI either. If they did it would be far too unrealistic and all Pal’s would be a derivative. I could be wrong but it does not seem likely. Especially when they are willing to be transparent about their work practices.