Konami President: AI Will Not Replace Human Creators in Game Development

Konami President Hideki Hayakawa has commented on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the gaming industry. He suggested that while AI is expected to lower the barrier to game development, he does not anticipate a significant shift in the market environment.

Hayakawa noted that the threshold for game production has already been substantially reduced due to the maturity of commercial game engines and the rise of user-generated content (UGC). He emphasized that even with AI's ability to improve workflow and production efficiency, the most critical element for creating engaging and pioneering titles remains the human creator.

The vitality of game development stems from the collaboration of diverse creators whose ideas expand the possibilities of gameplay. Hayakawa believes this creative "chemical reaction" is difficult to replicate easily.

He views technological advancements as a significant opportunity to create new interactive experiences. Konami is providing organizational support to help its development teams assess technical risks and safely integrate cutting-edge tools within controlled environments.