Konami confirms it will utilise “new technology such as artificial intelligence” as it celebrates new Metal Gear Solid sales milestone
Publish Date: 2026-01-30 07:36:00
Source Domain: frvr.com
- Konami announced its intention to employ artificial intelligence (AI) for future projects, alongside other emerging technologies like cloud technology, WEB3, NFT, and VR/AR.
- The company has a history of experimenting with AI, including an AI-generated controversy involving the Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship event.
- Konami uses AI in its Japanese casino games for tasks such as player identification, enhancing efficiency, and reducing human error.
- Despite the focus on AI, Konami revealed positive sales figures for the Metal Gear Solid series, with 65.5 million copies sold across all platforms.
- The gaming industry has experienced significant opposition to the use of AI, citing concerns about environmental impact, hardware prices, and the ethical implications of AI, leading some companies to prohibit its use.
