DATE: MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
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Dragon Quest Creator Yuji Horii's 30-Minute Game Generated with AI

Dragon Quest Creator Yuji Horii's 30-Minute Game Generated with AI

Oct 12, 2026 - 18:09
Dragon Quest creator continues love affair with AI as he releases a game he generated in 30 minutes
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Key Highlights

  • Yuji Horii releases new game Interrogation Room Komiya made in 30 minutes with AI.
  • Game features artwork and characters from Akira Toriyama and Koichi Sugiyama.
  • Square Enix working with Google on chatbot for Dragon Quest 10.

Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii has released a new game. Interrogation Room Komiya, which he claims took him about 30 minutes to make using generative AI. The game is part of Horii's enthusiasm for the technology, which he has been using to create JRPG characters that "feel even more human".

Horii's latest project is a departure from his usual approach to game development. Which often involves writing, programming, and creating art for the game himself. In a recent Twitter post, Horii recalled the development of his 1983 adventure game The Portopia Serial Murder Case, which he wrote, programmed, and created art for all by himself.

Despite being one of the most prolific game creators of all time, Horii has fallen head over heels for the slop machine like your elderly uncle on Facebook. Developers like Hideo Kojima have spoken critically about using it as a replacement for creative aspects of game development, but Square Enix is working with Google on a chatbot for Dragon Quest 10, and Horii has generally been very positive about the tech, claiming it can make JRPG characters "feel even more human" and claiming that the tech known for hallucinating info "hardly ever makes things up".

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The game is confirmed to have artwork and characters from Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama and series composer Koichi Sugiyama. Both of whom have passed away since the 12th entry was announced. The game is part of a larger effort by Square Enix to incorporate generative AI into their game development process.

Horii's use of generative AI has sparked debate among developers and fans about the role of technology in game creation. While some have expressed concerns about the loss of creative control, others see it as an opportunity to explore new possibilities and push the boundaries of storytelling.

The development of Interrogation Room Komiya marks a significant shift in Horii's approach to game development. With the use of generative AI allowing him to create a game in a fraction of the time it would take him otherwise.

As the gaming industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Horii and other developers choose to incorporate this technology into their work.

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Background Context

Horii's enthusiasm for generative AI has been a topic of discussion among fans and developers in recent months. With the release of Interrogation Room Komiya. It is clear that Horii is committed to exploring the potential of this technology in his work.

Verified Quotes

Yuji Horii has expressed his excitement about the possibilities offered by generative AI, stating that it can make JRPG characters "feel even more human" and that the tech "hardly ever makes things up".

Next Steps

The game is now available for players to experience. And it will be interesting to see how it is received by fans and critics alike.

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