Beyond Good and Evil 2, one of the most delayed and mysterious projects in gaming history, has found itself back in the headlines  and not for a new trailer or release date. According to industry leaks, Ubisoft may be turning to Generative AI technology to help bring the ambitious sequel to life.

The rumor comes from reliable gaming insider Nash Weedle, who claims that Ubisoft has brought in specialists skilled in Generative AI, particularly for creating non-playable characters. If true, this would represent a major shift in the game’s development approach. While Ubisoft has confirmed the game is still in active development at its Montpellier studio in France, there has been no official confirmation about the use of AI tools.

Beyond Good and Evil 2’s journey has been anything but smooth. First revealed back in 2008, the game disappeared into development limbo for years before resurfacing with cinematic trailers at E3 2017 and E3 2018. Since then, however, updates have been scarce, and the passing of Creative Director Emile Morel in 2023 was a heartbreaking blow to the project. In early 2025, development was reportedly paused, and discussions about changing the game’s title even took place. Leaks also claim a fully completed story trailer was never released to the public.

Why Generative AI Could Change Everything  and Worry Everyone
The idea of using Generative AI in game development is both exciting and controversial. Supporters see it as a way to speed up production, enhance creativity, and bring massive worlds to life more efficiently. Critics, however, fear it could lead to the replacement of human artists, writers, and coders, stripping games of the human touch that gives them soul.

In fact, some developers and mod creators have already taken a firm stand against this technology, creating the “No Gen AI Seal”  inspired by Nintendo’s iconic Seal of Quality  to show their projects are free of AI-generated content. Steam now requires all games using Generative AI to disclose it, and recent data suggests that around 7 percent of its library already incorporates the technology.

For a game like Beyond Good and Evil 2, which has promised rich storytelling, deep character interactions, and a living open world, the use of AI could either be a powerful tool or a risky shortcut. If done right, AI could help Ubisoft finally deliver on nearly two decades of promises. If done wrong, it could alienate fans who have been waiting patiently for a true masterpiece.

The Waiting Game Continues
As of now, Ubisoft remains silent on the AI rumors. With no new gameplay footage or major announcements in years, fans are left wondering whether Beyond Good and Evil 2 will ever live up to its legendary hype. One thing is certain  if Generative AI is indeed part of its development, the decision will shape not only the future of this game but also how the industry approaches blockbuster titles moving forward.

For now, all eyes are on Ubisoft to see whether the studio will confirm the leaks, drop a long-overdue trailer, or finally give fans a release window. Until then, the mystery  and the debate  continues.

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