Epic games executive warns against AI development delays amidst public concerns

Epic Games' development vice president Marcus Wagner confirmed that the company is expanding the use of generative AI across multiple projects, including Fortnite and the upcoming Unreal Engine 6. Wagner emphasized that AI is being used to develop code and features for these projects, with a focus on collaboration rather than full automation. He explained that engineers guide AI tools to ensure the software architecture meets expectations while maintaining performance and scalability. Wagner acknowledged public concerns about AI's impact on jobs, intellectual property, and the environment, but stated that Epic is more worried about falling behind in development. He argued that transparency and using the best available tools are essential for success. Earlier this month, Epic also revealed that it used AI to create a faster version of its launcher, highlighting its growing reliance on the technology.