Aspyr is taking decisive action by removing AI-generated content from Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered in response to a legal challenge regarding its use. The growing presence of AI in gaming has stirred debate, with some titles encountering more severe backlash than others, and Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered finds itself at the center of this controversy.
After the original Tomb Raider trilogy garnered positive reviews in its remastered collection in early 2024, Aspyr aimed to continue that momentum with the subsequent three titles in 2025. Despite mixed critical reception concerning the enhancements made in Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, the game now faces not only a tarnished review score but also a significant scandal centering on AI and intellectual property. Aspyr is pursuing a resolution to this situation before it escalates further.
In a recent update on Aspyr’s support website, it was announced that the company is “removing all AI voiceover content” from the remastered collection. This decision follows a lawsuit filed by Françoise Cadol, Lara Croft’s French voice actor, who claims that Aspyr exploited AI to replicate her voice without consent. Cadol only became aware of this AI-generated imitation after fans informed her about its presence following an August 2025 update. In her suit, she is requesting the courts to determine the sales figures of the collection to ensure fair compensation.
The update that brought Cadol’s attention to the AI issue introduced new voice lines, which drew more focus from fans compared to the original recordings. Additionally, Tomb Raider IV-IV Remastered had previously incorporated restored cut dialogue in earlier updates. The scope of AI involvement—whether it encompassed all dialogue or only specific lines—remains unclear, but the stir caused by AI’s use is undeniable.
As Aspyr removes the AI content, the implications for the ongoing lawsuit remain uncertain. The patch notes are curt, simply acknowledging the “unauthorized” use of technology, without further elaboration on the case. Tomb Raider isn’t alone in facing scrutiny related to generative AI; Blizzard recently took down an Overwatch 2 ad linked to an AI art controversy, and Microsoft has faced backlash over replacing laid-off staff with AI. The future of AI in gaming hangs in the balance, with fans and industry stakeholders expressing their discontent.
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Her legacy lives on!
Dive into the next chapter of Tomb Raider adventures with this remastered collection of the Darkness Trilogy.
Included Game Titles:
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