Nexus Mods is introducing rules that require creators to disclose whether and how they have used Generative AI in their mods. The platform says it is not banning AI-assisted content, but wants to prevent such creations from overwhelming its main pages.
The change comes amid a dispute in the modding community over generative AI use, which intensified in early October as videos showed characters from Minecraft in Elden Ring and Spider-Man in Skyrim. Nexus Mods’ approach follows measures taken by Steam and itch.io, according to the report.
In a statement, owner Victor “Foledinho” Folmann said AI is used across many stages of creation, from script autocomplete to generating textures, voices and complete assets. He argued that drawing a clear line between acceptable and unacceptable uses would be difficult, and that a ban could discourage creators from disclosing their use of the technology rather than stop it.
AI-made mods will carry labels alongside other tags, such as those for adult content. Their use must also meet requirements covering permissions, transparency, presentation and conduct. Creators will be able to specify whether their mods may be used to train AI models. By default, anyone seeking to use a mod for training must obtain the creator’s permission; creators can also explicitly allow or prohibit that use.
Folmann acknowledged that the measures cannot ensure every AI-assisted mod will be identified. Nexus Mods is establishing moderation rules, with consequences for violations, and mods already published will have two months to comply.
Sources: Vandal.