An AI-generated Resident Evil Requiem review briefly made it on Metacritic (www.engadget.com)

Metacritic has removed an AI-generated review of Resident Evil Requiem from its platform after discovering that the review, published by UK gaming site VideoGamer, was allegedly written by a fake AI journalist. The review, credited to "Brian Merrygold," lacked specific details and was riddled with awkward language that suggested it was not penned by a human. Upon investigation, several other bylines from VideoGamer also appeared suspicious, with profiles featuring AI-generated images and a timeline suggesting they were all created around the same period in October 2025. This incident raises significant concerns within the AI/ML community about the integrity of online content and the potential for AI-generated material to infiltrate credible platforms. Metacritic, which aggregates reviews to provide an overall critical score for games, relies on authentic submissions from genuine publications. The involvement of AI-generated content not only undermines the site's credibility but also reflects a broader trend in the industry, as VideoGamer's parent company reportedly shifts towards AI-driven content generation following staff layoffs. This serves as a cautionary tale for both consumers and content creators about the growing prevalence of AI in the domain of media reviews.