Final Fantasy Composer Has Never Used AI And Says He Probably Never Will

Nobuo Uematsu, the renowned composer of the Final Fantasy series, has expressed his stance against the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in music creation. In an interview with JASRAC Magazine, Uematsu stated that while AI may have potential for transitions in game music, he personally has no interest in using generative AI to create new music. Uematsu believes that the process of creating music himself is more rewarding and that the "fluctuations and imperfections" in live performances are what make the music sound satisfying. He also emphasized the importance of the personal background and story behind the music, which AI-generated music lacks. Uematsu's position contrasts with the views of Square Enix's president, Takashi Kiryu, who has stated that the company plans to be aggressive in adopting and implementing AI systems, believing that generative AI has the potential to reshape and fundamentally change the creative processes in the gaming industry. The article also mentions the ongoing debate and concerns surrounding the use of AI in the gaming industry, with some experts predicting a potential "AI bubble" burst, while others, like Hideo Kojima, believe that AI should be embraced.