Saber Interactive denies replacing writer with AI

Saber Interactive has denied replacing a writer with ChatGPT on its upcoming driving game Rideshare Stimulator. Read more

gamesindustry.biz ·2026-08-12

Saber Interactive denies replacing writer with AI

Saber Interactive has vehemently denied allegations that they replaced lead writer Stella Sacco with AI during development of their upcoming driving game, Rideshare Simulator. CEO Matt Karch stated that Sacco violated a confidentiality agreement and was terminated for various reasons, not due to AI replacement. According to Karch, she was replaced by a more talented writer.

However, Stella Sacco maintains her story, claiming she was lead writer from July 2023 to July 2024 and that she was replaced by ChatGPT during development. She also accused the studio of lying about the game's AI use. Despite the conflicting statements, Saber has updated their Steam page, but no AI disclosure is currently mentioned.

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