AI writers replace fired human journalists at gaming sites, sparking outrage. Clickout Media, now owning The Escapist, Videogamer, and Esports Insider, has replaced staff with misleading AI-generated content, including fake profiles. Metacritic removed an AI-generated game review amid concerns over quality and authenticity. This trend highlights a widening issue in media where AI is favored for cost efficiency, causing distress in the gaming journalism community.
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