The Future of Translation in Gaming: Warhorse Studios and the Rise of AI

In a recent development, it seems that Warhorse Studios, the developer behind Kingdom Come: Deliverance, is shifting towards using AI for all translations in their future projects. This decision has raised questions and concerns among the gaming community, especially after a Reddit post from Max Hejtmánek, a Czech to English translator and editor for the studio, revealed that he was laid off in favor of AI translation.

Hejtmánek shared his experience of being informed about his termination during a meeting, citing the company’s desire to become more efficient and save finances as the reasons behind the decision to replace him with AI. While discussions about AI translation had been ongoing, Hejtmánek never imagined that his job security would be at risk. This move has left him feeling betrayed by the management and disappointed to leave behind his colleagues and friends at the office.

[OTHER] Fired from Warhorse Studios and replaced with AI
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The use of AI in translation is a controversial topic in the gaming industry, with Hejtmánek’s experience shedding light on the impact it can have on employees. While Warhorse Studios has not publicly commented on their use of AI, co-founder Daniel Vávra has expressed support for the technology, suggesting that games could be translated into multiple languages immediately upon release using AI. This vision aligns with the industry trend towards automation and efficiency.

Looking ahead, it remains unclear what Warhorse Studios’ next project will be. However, the possibility of AI-driven translations and the implications for employees in the industry are worth monitoring. As gamers anticipate future releases from the studio, the role of AI in game development is a topic to watch closely.