Inquiry: Is it true that Pokémon has abandoned the use of AI artwork?
In the world of Pokémon, excitement is building for the upcoming Pokémon Astronomical Observatory exhibit, set to open at the Sagamihara City Museum on 1st November. However, the promotional artwork for this event has sparked controversy among some fans, who suspect that AI may have been used in its creation.
The artwork features Pikachu as an astronomer, diligently studying the constellations, with Cosmog floating above. But it's the details in the background that have some fans raising eyebrows. Anomalies in the drawing of the observatory, such as a burning furnace inside and disappearing structural lines, have been pointed out by Pokémon historian and archivist Lewtwo. The sharp noise brush around Jirachi's eyes is also noted as a hallmark of human-made work.
Despite these suspicions, neither Niantic nor The Pokémon Company have confirmed or denied the allegations. The evidence for AI use in the promotional artwork is not conclusive, and the controversy remains unresolved.
This is not the first time fans have scrutinised digital artwork for signs of AI. The controversy surrounding the Pokémon Astronomical Observatory promotional artwork is reminiscent of the Fantastic Four artwork controversy, which also sparked debate about AI use in digital art.
Meanwhile, the Pokémon Company has faced AI-related issues in other contexts, such as disqualifying entries in a Pokémon Trading Card Game art contest for violating rules against AI-generated images. However, these do not directly implicate the Pokémon Go promotional art or the museum exhibit.
As the debate continues, some fans are calling for a 'not AI' tag to certify content that is 100% human-made. This would allow fans to enjoy digital artwork without constantly picking it apart for signs of AI.
In other AI news, GPT-5 and Google's Gemini AI Storybook generator have been making headlines this week. As the world of AI continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how it impacts the world of Pokémon and other forms of entertainment.
The Pokémon Astronomical Observatory exhibit will visit four venues in total, providing fans with plenty of opportunities to check out the controversial artwork for themselves. Whether or not AI was used in its creation, it's clear that the exhibit has generated a lot of buzz and excitement.
- The intricate layout of the Pokémon Astronomical Observatory's promotional poster features a creative design, blending elements of 3D art and digital art.
- The traveling exhibit, showcasing the Pokémon Astronomical Observatory, will feature a poster adorned with vibrant colors and a captivating UI, complete with a striking logo of the observatory.
- The poster's layout includes an artist's interpretation of Pikachu as an astronomer, accompanied by Cosmog, which adds to the exhibit's promotional appeal.
- In the poster art, Jirachi's eyes are portrayed with a sharp noise brush, a technique often associated with human creative hands rather than artificial-intelligence-generated images.
- The artistic details in the poster, such as the questionable layout of the observatory and the hanging posters displaying the zodiac signs, have raised concerns about potential AI involvement.
- As the usage of technology in digital art continues to grow, there is a call for a 'not AI' tag to certify artwork that has been entirely crafted by human artists, to prevent constant scrutiny and ensure enjoyment for fans.
- Amidst the ongoing controversy, technology begins to play an increasing role in various forms of entertainment, and it remains to be seen how artificial-intelligence-generated designs will impact the world of Pokémon and other creative domains.
