Square Enix Replacing Western Localizers with AI?

The president of Square Enix says they're going all in on AI, and we have to wonder if Western Localizers are first on the chopping block. Especially since "NEO: The World Ends with You" is one of the most notorious examples of liberties being taken with localization.

Additional Context:
The president of Square Enix has indicated a strong focus on AI technology, suggesting a significant shift in their approach to game development. This shift raises questions about the impact on Western localizers, particularly in light of past instances where games like "NEO: The World Ends with You" experienced considerable changes during localization. The concern is that an increased reliance on AI might affect the role of human localizers, who traditionally handle the cultural and linguistic adaptation of games for different regions. This could potentially lead to changes in how games are localized for Western audiences.

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