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Sega's Crazy Taxi World Tour announcement sparks backlash over AI use

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Sega has announced "Crazy Taxi World Tour," a new installment in the popular racing game series. The announcement was met with backlash as Sega revealed that generative AI was used in the game's development. This news came out of the Xbox Games Showcase 2024, which featured over two dozen trailers and announcements, including a gameplay trailer for the steampunk action-RPG "Clockwork Revolution," set for a 2027 release as an Xbox exclusive. AI

IMPACT The use of generative AI in game development for Crazy Taxi World Tour may signal a broader trend in the gaming industry, potentially impacting creative workflows and job roles.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a new game release and the use of AI in its development, which falls under product announcements and related technology use.

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