Detroit Become Human was way ahead of its time — I replayed it in 2026 to unlock every ending and it broke my AI skeptic mind
The article reflects on the impact of the game Detroit: Become Human, which was released eight years ago. The author revisits the game in 2026, finding its themes of AI and sentience more relevant than ever. Through replaying the game and unlocking all endings, the author, initially an AI skeptic, experiences a shift in perspective regarding artificial intelligence.
- ▪Detroit: Become Human was first released on PlayStation 4 in 2018 and is known for its intricate storytelling and impactful choices.
- ▪The game features three main Android characters who gain sentience, with player decisions significantly affecting the narrative outcome.
- ▪After replaying the game for over 100 hours, the author unlocked all 85 endings and found the themes of morality and free will to be particularly thought-provoking.
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Gaming Detroit Become Human was way ahead of its time — I replayed it in 2026 to unlock every ending and it broke my AI skeptic mind Opinion By Nikita Achanta published 30 May 2026 What happens when AI becomes sentient? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Quantic Dream) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter It's been eight years since Detroit: Become Human was first released on the PlayStation 4. When I first played it, back in the day, it felt unlike any other game.
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