**Nigerian Gamers, Get Ready: Humans Take Back Some Jobs from AI in Popular Video Game** In a surprising turn of events, the team behind the popular video game, Arc Raiders, has decided to replace some of its AI-generated voice lines with those of professional actors. This decision comes after the game's successful launch in October, which saw a peak player count of nearly half a million users on Steam. According to Embark Studios' CEO, Patrick Söderlund, the studio had previously used text-to-speech AI for voice lines in the game, even paying actors for their voices to be licensed for this purpose. However, this decision was met with criticism from players, who felt that the AI-generated voices detracted from the gaming experience. In an effort to address these concerns, Söderlund revealed that the studio has re-recorded some of the AI-generated voice lines with human voices. When asked about the difference, Söderlund was straightforward: "A real professional actor is better than AI; that's just how it is." This change is a significant one, as it suggests that Embark Studios is willing to invest in high-quality voice acting to enhance the gaming experience for its players. While this move is seen as a reversal of the studio's previous decision, it's worth noting that some AI-generated lines may still be used in the game. Söderlund stated that the studio will continue to use voice actors and update the game with new content, indicating that the use of AI-generated voices may not be completely phased out. This development is an interesting one for Nigerian gamers, who are increasingly demanding high-quality gaming experiences. As the gaming industry continues to evolve, it's clear that human voices will play a significant role in creating immersive and engaging gaming experiences.