Google’s AI Tool Can Fake Gameplay Now

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As a gamer, here’s how I might put it:

Whoa! Just eight seconds of video can really ignite some intense discussions: Introducing Google Flow – a revolutionary new tool! Powered by the AI-driven video generation model, Veo, this baby churns out stunningly realistic video clips at your command. All you need is a text prompt or a digital moodboard, and Veo takes care of the rest. The outcome? Eight seconds of footage that’s almost indistinguishable from reality!

Victory Royale Without The Copyright Strike (Allegedly)

It’s evident that Flow created a video resembling Fortnite, as shown by a clip shared by Matt Shumer with the caption: “Streamer wins the game only using his pickaxe.” Interestingly, there was no direct reference to Fortnite in the prompt. However, the video exhibited characteristics reminiscent of Fortnite, including the third-person camera angle, familiar movements, and victory royale atmosphere. It’s important to note that even the streamer depicted isn’t a real person – not even the voice. That’s quite eerie.

Uhhh… I don’t think Veo 3 is supposed to be generating Fortnite gameplay

— Matt Shumer (@mattshumer_) May 21, 2025

Without disclosing any details, it remains unclear if Veo’s replication of copyrighted visual elements is legally permissible, as neither Epic Games nor Google has publicly addressed this issue yet, perhaps due to potential legal complications.

Are AI Streamers About To Take Over?

why go through the hassle of streaming when you can just generate the appearance of having done so?

Twitch has introduced a specific category for AI content, but hasn’t yet established clear guidelines regarding it. While they have clearly prohibited deepfake adult videos (a small step forward), other AI-related content appears to be operating without defined rules at this time. It’s uncertain whether an imaginary scenario involving AI-PewDiePie playing a hypothetical GTA 7 would fall under these undefined rules, or if copyright issues might arise in such a situation.

Somewhere Between Uncanny Valley And Actual Community

Indeed, the technical aspect is impressive. However, what Veo currently generates is far from convincing – at least not just yet. The facial expressions are blank, the body language is awkward, and there’s a tendency for the finger count to switch between hands. Yet, it can occasionally appear real enough in a brief Twitch clip or social media post.

What’s striking about it is that it doesn’t immediately appear to be false or inauthentic. However, upon closer inspection, it lacks the genuine aspects of live streaming such as spontaneous comments, natural conversations, and most crucially, engagement with a community. The unruly charm of live chat, the anarchy, and even the occasional streamer breakdown – these elements cannot be replicated. At least not with what’s available at present. So for now, it remains just a skillfully crafted demonstration. And truthfully, that’s already quite impressive.

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2025-06-12 19:09