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Creative Assembly cites outsourcing after Shogun 2 Complete Edition backlash

Development of the poorly reviewed Shogun 2 Complete Edition was reportedly outsourced to Mataboo. Creative Assembly said it neither developed the game nor subjected it to its studio’s usual review and quality-control standards. It cited AI assets as the main issue. The company opposes generative AI use and says external partners must adhere to that position.

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Creative Assembly cites outsourcing after Shogun 2 Complete Edition backlash
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What to know

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    The report identifies Mataboo as the outsourced developer; Creative Assembly says its studio did not develop the game or review it to its usual standards.

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    Roger Collum cited AI assets as the main issue and said external partners must follow the company’s stance against generative AI use.

Why it matters

The dispute concerns quality oversight in outsourced game development and Creative Assembly’s requirements regarding generative AI use.

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