NHL 27 Is Using AI-Generated Voiceover for In-Game Commentators, John Buccigross Says
EA Sports is using generative AI to create voiceover for its in-game commentators in NHL 27, according to veteran sports commentator John Buccigross.
EA Sports is incorporating generative AI-generated voiceovers for in-game commentators in NHL 27, as reported by veteran sports commentator John Buccigross. During an appearance on the Chirping Zebras podcast, Buccigross revealed that EA Sports used AI to create voice lines for his role in the game. He expressed that while it saves time, the AI-generated voiceovers sometimes require manual corrections, such as replacing the word "chairs" with "seats" in his commentary.
Buccigross also noted that some AI-generated voiceovers might not be familiar with sports terminology, emphasizing the importance of accuracy in the use of AI in gaming. NHL 27, set to launch on September 11, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, is among several EA Sports titles that utilize generative AI in development, following similar practices in other franchises like College Football, Madden, and FC.
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