Persona and Shin Megami Tensei artist Shigenori Soejima has confirmed that his upcoming game will not use generative AI, following criticism directed at his two most recent deckbuilder titles. The clarification matters because it signals continued sensitivity within the games industry to the use of AI-generated art, an issue that has repeatedly sparked backlash from fans and artists who view it as undermining human creative work.

Soejima, known for his character designs on the Persona series and other Atlus titles, faced criticism over the use of generative AI in connection with his last two deckbuilding games. In response, he has stated that his next project will not involve generative AI tools, addressing concerns raised by fans and reaffirming a commitment to traditional artistic methods for the new title.