The games we've long wanted, which didn't exist because they'd cost several times more to make than they'd earn back, will soon become possible. As will the games developers wanted to build, but couldn't with the resources available. It'll be a new golden age of gaming.

— Tim Sweeney (@TimSweeneyEpic) October 17, 2026

Tech [...] > "The games we've long wanted, which didn't exist because they'd cost several times more to make than they'd earn back, will soon become possible. As will the games developers wanted to build, but couldn't with the resources available. It'll be a new golden age of gaming."

Sweeney also wants to encourage developers using AI to speak up without fear of criticism. [...] Through several posts, the businessman detailed his perspective on the subject. According to him, AI will make it possible to create games that were previously considered too expensive and unprofitable. He even goes so far as to speak of a new "golden age" for video games.