{
  "id": 3470559,
  "title": "No, the Humankind 2 announcement trailer wasn't made with gen-AI, despite it sharing a similar kind of look",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/no-the-humankind-2-announcement-trailer-wasnt-made-with-gen-ai",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-08-26T08:51:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Eurogamer",
    "slug": "eurogamer",
    "url": "https://www.eurogamer.net/humankind-2-announcement-trailer-gamescom-ai-studio-response"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Amplitude, the developer behind the upcoming Humankind 2 game, has clarified that their announcement trailer did not utilize any gen-AI technology. Despite the trailer's uncanny appearance and similarities to AI-generated videos, the studio confirmed that it was filmed using real actors, practical sets, and custom-made props at Nu Boyana Film Studios in Sofia. The live-action trailer is presented from the perspective of a newborn, showcasing different eras of history with the camera focused on characters holding the infant. Amplitude stated that they will be sharing behind-the-scenes images from the shoot soon. The developer's response aims to address the growing trust issues surrounding the use of gen-AI in film and animation marketing materials, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and providing evidence to counter such accusations. Humankind 2 is set to release in 2027 for PC, allowing players to create their own civilizations using historical cultural influences and guide them through the ages.",
  "summary": "One of the bigger Gamescom Opening Night Live pre-show reveals was Humankind 2, the sequel to Amplitude's Civilization-like 4X game from 2021 . The trailer didn't feature much gameplay, rather a swiftly moving cinematic montage of Earth through humanity's ages, and it immediately sparked suspicions of gen-AI use because of the way it looks. Read more",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "PC Gamer",
        "title": "Humankind 2 trailer accused of being 'AI slop,' studio says nope: 'real actors, practical sets, and custom-made props'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/humankind-2-trailer-accused-of-being-ai-slop-studio-says-nope-real",
        "published": "2026-08-25T22:50:23.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}