Recently, artificial intelligence (AI) has begun to make significant inroads into the cosplay community. The ability of AI to generate hyper-realistic images of individuals dressed as different anime, manga, and gaming characters has raised concerns among cosplayers about the potential implications of this technology.
Furthermore, AI can even transform an anime character into a “live-action version,” closely resembling the original in a highly realistic manner. However, there are still certain details that AI struggles to perfect, sometimes unintentionally creating images that can be quite unsettling for viewers. Issues such as distorted limbs or exaggerated facial features can lead to a disconcerting viewing experience.
Nonetheless, the overall effect of AI-generated “hyper-realistic” representations of characters from anime and games can leave viewers astonished. Recently, an internet user requested AI to create a “real-life” version of Reisalin “Ryza” Stout, the prominent character from the game Atelier Ryza, which caused quite a stir among fans.
According to many observers, the AI-generated version of Reisalin “Ryza” Stout is not only captivating but also more engaging than the original character design.
Indeed, there has been a lively debate among fans discussing which version they prefer, with over 300,000 votes cast in the poll. The AI-generated human version won with a remarkable 60.8% of the votes.
In addition, there is a wealth of commentary from internet users regarding the AI representation of Reisalin “Ryza” Stout:
– I once saw someone cosplay Ryza at an event before, but this AI version is truly outstanding.
– I wonder what principles AI uses to create such illustrations? What it has accomplished makes me feel it’s almost unbelievable.
– I think that with this level of skill, AI will soon surpass cosplayers in creating lifelike representations right away.
