Epic pushes developers into "AI-first" mode as Disney shooter slips
According to Bloomberg, IGN and Kotaku, Epic Games is delaying its shooter featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters, and the team must work in an AI-first way. Developers were reportedly surprised by the change of direction.
Who is affected and how
- senior developer
- A management AI mandate often comes with schedule slippage; agree in advance what counts as meeting AI-first expectations.
- tech lead
- If the AI mandate comes from above, clarify the quality and deadline constraints.
- junior developer
- In games-industry jobs, expect that using AI tools may be required.
Sources
- Epic Games Forces Shocked Developers Into 'AI-First' Mode For Delayed Shooter Featuring Marvel And Star Wars Characters - Kotakukotaku.com · Oct 12, 2026
- Epic Reportedly Pushing Devs to Use AI, Delays Secret Star Wars and Marvel Crossover Shooter - IGNign.com · Oct 12, 2026
- Epic Games Delays Disney Project, Asks Developers to Use More AI - Bloomberg.combloomberg.com · Oct 12, 2026
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