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Nura Studios recently faced backlash after releasing an AI-generated video intended as a tribute to the iconic art style of Amanita Design's Machinarium. The studio behind the original game expressed strong disapproval of the content, which has since been removed from public view.
Amanita Design publicly criticized the use of artificial intelligence to replicate the labor-intensive artistic efforts of their development team. The studio's stance against such technology resonated with fans, many of whom voiced their support for the developers following the incident.
The controversy prompted an apology from Sylvio Drouin, the president of Nura Studios. Despite the public outcry, Amanita Design has not provided further commentary on the matter, appearing to shift their focus back to their ongoing development projects.
Looking ahead, Amanita Design officially announced this month that they are currently working on Machinarium 2. This upcoming title will feature a new puzzle-based adventure centered on the series' robot protagonists, with further details expected to be revealed in the future.
