Nexus Mods Mandates AI Disclosure for New Mod Uploads, Introduces Usage Explanations

New AI Disclosure Requirements

Nexus Mods has announced a new policy requiring mod authors to disclose whether AI was used in their work when uploading new mods. This initiative addresses concerns about the lack of clear disclosure regarding AI-generated content on the platform. The site already has tags for AI-generated and AI-assisted mods, but the new rules aim to make this information more accessible and clear for users.

Explanation for AI-Assisted Mods

Under the updated guidelines, any mod tagged as "AI-assisted" will also need to include a public explanation detailing how and where AI was utilized in its creation. Additionally, AI tags will be displayed more prominently on mod pages, ensuring users can easily identify the involvement of AI in a mod's development.

Stance on AI-Generated Content

Victor "Foledinho" Folmann, owner of Nexus Mods, stated that the platform supports human creativity but will not implement a complete ban on AI-generated mods. The reasoning is that AI is integrated into various stages of content creation, from script autocompletion to asset generation, making it difficult to define clear boundaries for an outright ban. Instead, Nexus Mods prefers open disclosure and regulation of AI use on its platform.

Data Usage and Attribution

Nexus Mods has confirmed it will not use mods to train AI models, nor will it sell or license them to third parties for AI training purposes. The site is also working on improving control over mod reuse and strengthening attribution for mods that incorporate content from other authors with appropriate permissions.

Changes to Recently Added Section

In a related development, Nexus Mods is modifying its "Recently Added" section to address issues arising from mod authors uploading numerous mods simultaneously, which can push other content down the page. These changes, while not directly related to AI, are becoming more relevant as mod production speeds up. The site plans to implement limits on the number of mods displayed from a single author and introduce tighter upload restrictions.