Report: Epic Delays Disney Game and Asks Developers to Use More AI

Epic Games has delayed an upcoming game being developed with Disney and has asked the team to make greater use of artificial-intelligence tools, according to reporting by *The Los Angeles Times* and Bloomberg. The project had reportedly been expected in March, but the company has not announced a new release date. The reports describe the shift based on people familiar with the project, rather than a public Epic product announcement.

The development fits into a wider debate about how game studios use generative AI. Tools can help prototype code, explore artwork, test content ideas or automate repetitive tasks. They can also introduce new risks, including inconsistent output, copyright questions, data-security concerns and extra review work when generated material must meet a game's technical and creative standards.

What “AI-first” could mean

In a game project, the term can refer to using AI throughout development, rather than relying on it for one isolated task. It does not automatically mean that the finished game will be generated by AI or that every asset will be machine-made. The actual effects depend on what tools are used, whether humans approve the output and how studios manage intellectual-property rights.

The delay itself also has several possible causes. A longer development schedule can reflect scope changes, technical issues or a revised creative plan; the available reports connect this project to an increased AI push but do not prove AI caused the delay.

What to watch

Epic has not publicly confirmed a new launch date or a full list of tools required for the project. The meaningful follow-up will be any official statement explaining the schedule and whether the team uses AI for code, assets, testing or other workflows. Claims about improved speed or reduced cost should be judged against released products and verifiable development results, not the label alone.