Google’s AI shocks video game stocks
Shares of major video game companies plunged on January 30, 2026, after Google unveiled Project Genie , an AI capable of turning simple prompts into fully playable 3D worlds.
Google’s AI shocks video game stocks
Shares of major video game companies plunged on January 30, 2026, after Google unveiled Project Genie , an AI capable of turning simple prompts into fully playable 3D worlds.
Take-Two Interactive fell 10%, Roblox dropped 12%, and Unity Software slid nearly 20%. Investors fear the AI could reshape game development, reducing the time, cost, and human effort traditionally required for big-budget titles, according to The Reuters.
While still early-stage, Project Genie signals a future where AI may take a central role in creating games, leaving traditional developers and tools under pressure. The market’s swift reaction shows just how fast the gaming world could change; and how quickly investors respond when disruption looms.