Saber Interactive adds AI disclaimer to Rideshare on Steam; CEO Matt Karch apologises to former lead writer

Saber Interactive has updated the Steam page for Rideshare Simulator after controversy over alleged dismissal of a writer in favor of AI. The main story, characters, and dialogue are still human-written, but AI assists with voice generation and localization. Free Ride mode includes AI-generated passenger missions and localized dialogue, separate from the main campaign. The game also features human-made and AI-generated radio stations, labeled accordingly.

CEO Matt Karch apologized to former lead writer Stella Sacco, who claimed she was fired and replaced with ChatGPT. Karch stated Sacco was replaced by a more talented writer and could have opted for AI. Sacco responded, accepting Karch's apology but expressing uncertainty about the next steps. Karch later admitted to overreacting in his initial response.