Amidst allegations of AI-generated content in the new interactive streaming series "Silent Hill: Ascension," the developers have emphatically denied the claims, ensuring that the dialogue and script were crafted by human writers. These writers boast impressive portfolios, having contributed to well-known projects for Telltale, Pixar, "God of War Ragnarok", and "Resident Evil Village". The series, which features group decision-making and allows for viewer participation through character cameos, has faced scrutiny not just for its content but also for its microtransaction system.

Genvid CEO Jacob Navok addressed the claims on social media, clarifying that despite their extensive word count exceeding 100,000 words, none were penned by AI or large language models (LLMs). He emphasized that any allusions to AI usage were outdated, referencing tests conducted years prior that were ultimately not implemented. Navok explained their initial exploration into AI to assist with animation and scene direction did not meet their standards for quality. Dismissing the accusations of AI authorship as an insult to the creative team, he reassured that the project is a product of human talent and hard work.

The debate around the utilization of AI in creative projects like video games has gained momentum. This discussion has also touched the spheres of voice acting and motion capture with the Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) considering a strike over their Interactive Media Agreement, which could potentially affect future game development.

Video game voice actors have voiced concerns over AI-generated modifications using their voices without consent. Major game development studios have faced criticism for their use of AI, signaling a growing concern in the industry over automation versus human creativity. "Silent Hill: Ascension" is at the forefront of this conversation due to its unique format and interactive nature, sparking a wider discussion on the role of AI in gaming narrative development.