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Nexon's AI Ads Spark Backlash Among Influencers

8/18/2025

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Nexon's game, The First Descendant, faces criticism for using AI-generated ads that imitate real influencers.
Critics claim these ads undermine authentic content creators and could damage the game's reputation.
Despite user complaints on TikTok and Reddit, the ads persist.
This controversy follows previous accusations of the game copying elements from Destiny 2.

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Story summary

Nexon's game, The First Descendant, faces criticism for using AI-generated ads that imitate real influencers.
Critics claim these ads undermine authentic content creators and could damage the game's reputation.
Despite user complaints on TikTok and Reddit, the ads persist.
This controversy follows previous accusations of the game copying elements from Destiny 2.