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The First Descendant faces backlash over AI-generated streamer ads

Aug, 19, 2025 Hi-network.com

Nexon's new promotional ads for their looter-shooterThe First Descendanthave ignited controversy after featuring AI-generated avatars that closely mimic real content creators, one resembling streamer DanieltheDemon.

The ads, circulating primarily on TikTok, combine unnatural expressions with awkward speech patterns, triggering community outrage.

Fans on Reddit slammed the ads as 'embarrassing' and akin to 'cheap, lazy marketing,' arguing that Nexon had bypassed genuine collaborators for synthetic substitutes, even though those weren't subtle attempts.

Critics warned that these deepfake-like promotions undermine the trust and credibility of creators and raise ethical questions over likeness rights and authenticity in AI usage.

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