Updated

EA Sports is using generative AI to produce voiceover for in-game commentators in NHL 27, according to veteran sports broadcaster John Buccigross. The revelation adds NHL 27 to a growing list of EA Sports titles incorporating AI-generated content into commentary and presentation elements. The disclosure comes amid heightened scrutiny across the games industry over the use of generative AI to replace human voice talent and writers, following similar controversies at other studios. EA has not issued an extensive public statement detailing the scope of the AI implementation in NHL 27's commentary systems.