Microsoft has unveiled a new generative AI model named World and Human Action Model (WHAM) designed to create video game visuals and simulate controller inputs. This technology aims to revolutionize the gaming experience by generating consistent 3D environments and player actions, leveraging over seven years of gameplay data and 1.6 billion parameters. The announcement, made during a presentation by Microsoft Research, highlights the potential of AI in enhancing both the creation and preservation of video games. However, experts have expressed skepticism regarding the model's ability to address game preservation challenges. Phil Spencer, a key figure at Microsoft, suggested that generative AI could revive classic Xbox titles, although this view has been met with criticism from industry experts.