"It emulates and it replicates, but it doesn't innovate" - Troy Baker isn't afraid of 'AI art', because he doesn't believe it can ever actually exist
Troy Baker, a prominent voice actor in video games, expresses his belief that AI cannot replace human creativity in art. He acknowledges the ongoing concerns about AI's impact on the industry but emphasizes his focus on creating authentic experiences. Baker encourages the industry to embrace the tools available while remaining committed to storytelling and artistry.
- ▪Troy Baker is a well-known voice actor with roles in major video game franchises.
- ▪He believes AI cannot create authentic art, as it lacks human expression.
- ▪Baker acknowledges the concerns surrounding AI in the industry but remains focused on creating art.
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Home Features The Last of Us "It emulates and it replicates, but it doesn't innovate" - Troy Baker isn't afraid of 'AI art', because he doesn't believe it can ever actually exist "I am going to continue to do what I do, which is create art." Image credit: Eurogamer <img alt="Victoria Phillips Kennedy avatar" src="https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/1644925423.jpg?width=2048&height=2048&fit=bounds&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp" style="aspect-ratio: 1" width="180" height="179" > Feature by Victoria Phillips Kennedy News Reporter Published on May 22, 2026 Follow The Last of Us Troy Baker is one of the most well known actors in video games, with credits ranging from Batman's Joker to The Last of Us' Joel, and many more in between.
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