Report: Epic Pushes Back Crossover Shooter as AI Takes Priority
Bloomberg reports that Epic Games has moved an unannounced shooter featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters from a March release to an unspecified date. Sources say the delay stems from Epic's shift to an AI-first production model, with tools such as Anthropic's Claude. Internal instructions reportedly called for no hand-written code and full AI workflows for the game's art.
Bloomberg reports that Epic Games has postponed an unannounced crossover shooter. The title, which was set to include Marvel and Star Wars characters, had been planned for March but now lacks a release date.
According to sources cited in the report, the change is tied to Epic's move toward an AI-first production strategy. Those sources mention tools like Anthropic's Claude, and internal guidance that reportedly called for no hand-written code and art created through AI processes.
The delay may affect players awaiting the crossover title, Epic's development staff, and artists whose workflows could change. If AI-first methods spread, hiring, training, and creative credit in game production may shift, with quality and labor concerns. Fans could see longer waits or different results. The outcome remains uncertain, and the reported approach may influence how other studios weigh AI tools.