Saber Interactive finally adds an AI disclaimer to Rideshare Stimulator’s Steam page
Saber Interactive has added an AI disclaimer to the Steam store page for Rideshare Stimulator, ending a conspicuous absence since the game became available for wishlisting on July 30th. CEO Matthew Karch had previously stated that the disclosure would be included “once [the game was] finalised,” a timeline that drew scrutiny amid an ongoing dispute with former writer Stella Sacco.
The controversy stems from Karch’s remarks suggesting he would have been willing to replace Sacco with artificial intelligence, sparking broader discussion about AI’s role in game development. The delayed addition of the AI disclaimer—a now-standard requirement across platforms—highlighted the tension between the studio’s public statements and actual implementation. Karch reportedly apologized to Sacco privately for his controversial comments.
The addition of the disclaimer marks a resolution to the most visible aspect of the dispute, though it underscores ongoing industry tensions surrounding the use of AI in creative roles. Saber Interactive’s handling of the disclosure and the underlying controversy reflects broader conversations within the gaming industry about transparency, AI implementation, and the treatment of human creators in an increasingly AI-augmented development landscape.