Humankind 2 devs respond to "AI slop" accusations, assure fans its new Gamescom trailer features "real actors, practical sets, and custom-made props"

Yesterday's big Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcase revealed a plethora of huge new games and the like, strategy sequel Humankind 2 included – but it didn't come without its share of controversies, however. In case you missed it, Amplitude Studios unveiled Humankind 2 – an exciting follow-up to its turn-based 2021 gem – last night with a cinematic trailer… a cinematic trailer that folks online have been swearing up and down contains generative AI content. According to the developers, though, this is not the case. The studio confirms as much over on X, replying directly to accusations dubbing its video "AI slop." "The Humankind 2's live-action announcement trailer was filmed at Nu Boyana Film Studios in Sofia using real actors, practical sets, and custom-made props created specifically for the production," reads Amplitude Studio's post.