Horizon Actor Ashly Burch Raises Concerns Over AI Prototype Demo

Sony's leaked AI-powered Aloy demo sparks debate on actor protections and the future of game performance as an art form.

A leaked video showed an AI prototype of Horizon's Aloy responding to player interactions, developed using OpenAI technology.
Ashly Burch, the original voice and performance actor for Aloy, confirmed that her voice and likeness were not used in the demo.
Burch expressed broader concerns about the potential misuse of AI in replacing actors without proper consent or compensation.
The SAG-AFTRA union is currently striking, demanding stronger protections against the unauthorized use of actors' performances by AI.
Guerrilla Games assured Burch that the demo does not reflect active development plans, but the incident highlights ongoing industry tensions over AI's role in creative fields.