Overview
- Ironmouse, a top VTuber who streams using a virtual avatar, canceled sponsored streams and uninstalled the game after saying the team assured her there was no AI content.
- Other partners followed as VTuber Shylily paused her playthrough to investigate the claims and voice actor Meggie‑Elise warned they would stop work if suspected AI assets are not addressed.
- Players shared viral clips that point to suspected generative AI, including an in‑game theater short labeled as AI by fans, a TV ad with odd image artifacts, and a billboard resembling shots from the anime Weathering with You.
- Hotta Studio previously said core assets and character portraits would not use AI and described AI as a tool for early atmosphere tests, yet it has not confirmed what is in the shipped build; publisher Perfect World has not issued a public statement.
- The dispute threatens a key marketing channel for a new gacha title that relies on creator promotions and community goodwill, putting early praise for visuals and generous pull rates in direct tension with trust concerns.