Epic Games Adopts AI-First Approach for Unannounced Disney Game, Delays Release

Epic Games has announced a shift to an AI‑accelerated development model for an unannounced Disney title, pushing its release beyond the original March window. The company’s developers now operate under an “AI‑first” mandate, with tools such as Anthropic’s Claude used to generate code and art. A director’s message to staff stated, “No more hand‑written code,” and all game art will be produced through full AI workflows. Epic spokesperson Jake Jones confirmed the company is “embracing AI‑accelerated develop,” underscoring a strategic pivot toward automated creation processes.