Does NTE use AI-generated content? AI assets controversy explained

NTE AI-generated content controversy explained:

**The Ironmouse Incident (May 2026)**:

Popular VTuber Ironmouse was sponsored to promote NTE, but discovered AI-generated assets during her stream. She publicly stated that Hotta Studio had claimed no AI usage before the collaboration, then cancelled the partnership.

**Timeline**:

1. Ironmouse accepts NTE sponsorship

2. Players notice AI-generated assets in-game

3. Ironmouse states she was misled, cancels collaboration

4. Hotta Studio confirms some AI-assisted assets were used

5. Community debate over AI transparency intensifies

6. Dexerto, Kotaku and other outlets cover the story

**Official Response**:

- Hotta Studio confirmed AI-assisted content exists

- Claimed AI was used for assistance, not replacement

- Promised better transparency going forward

**Community Divide**:

- Some players feel AI assistance doesn't affect gameplay

- Some believe transparency was the real issue

- Others argue final quality matters more than tools used

**Practical Impact**:

- Core gameplay (combat, exploration, gacha) unaffected

- Character designs and environments still generally high quality

- No impact on balance or game mechanics

Form your own opinion after trying the game. NTE's gameplay quality remains competitive in its genre.