Razer co-founder and CEO Min-Liang Tan has claimed that most players are not opposed to artificial intelligence in game development, as long as it is used to support developers rather than replace creativity. Speaking in a recent interview, Tan argued that gamers largely reject low-quality, AI-generated content, but remain open to AI-powered tools that help studios build better, more polished games in less time.

Drawing a Line Between Creation and Assistance

According to Tan, much of the backlash surrounding AI in games stems from confusion between generative AI content and AI-assisted development tools. He explained that players tend to react negatively when AI is used to produce visible creative assets, such as character models or story content, especially when the results feel rushed or poorly executed. In contrast, he believes players are far more receptive to AI being used behind the scenes to improve workflows.

Tan emphasized that gamers want immersion, strong storytelling, and technical stability, not content that appears automated or unfinished. He pointed to common complaints about visual errors, awkward writing, and inconsistencies as examples of what players associate with so-called “AI slop.” In his view, these concerns reflect a desire for higher-quality games rather than outright rejection of AI itself.

AI as a Tool to Improve Quality and Reduce Bugs

Tan stated that Razer views AI primarily as a productivity tool that can help developers work more efficiently. He suggested that if AI can shorten development cycles, reduce delays, and eliminate bugs more effectively, most players would welcome its use. From his perspective, fewer bugs and smoother launches directly benefit players, even if they never see the technology at work.

He added that tools capable of checking text errors, identifying performance issues, and improving overall quality assurance could allow developers to focus more time on creative decisions. Tan stressed that this approach does not aim to replace human developers, but instead supports them by handling time-consuming technical tasks.

Razer’s QA Companion Concept

As a concrete example, Tan discussed Razer’s work on an AI-powered “QA companion.” This tool is designed to assist human quality assurance testers by automatically logging bugs and categorizing issues. He noted that QA can account for a significant portion of development costs and is often responsible for major delays.

The QA companion works alongside testers by identifying bug types, filling out reports, and submitting them directly to developers. This allows teams to respond more quickly, propose fixes, and streamline communication without removing human oversight from the process.

Ongoing Concerns Among Players

While Tan expressed optimism about AI’s role in development, he acknowledged that some concerns are valid. He agreed with players who dislike low-effort AI content and also pointed out broader issues, such as AI’s impact on hardware costs, particularly memory prices. He compared the situation to past frustrations over cryptocurrency mining affecting GPU availability.

Despite these concerns, Tan believes most players ultimately want better, more engaging games. He argues that if AI can contribute to that goal by improving testing, stability, and efficiency, it can find a place in the industry without undermining creativity.