Grok AI image generation morality disputes spread to esports and gaming communities
In its latest slew of severe shortcomings, Grok AI image generation morality has become a hot topic on X (Twitter).
This time, the AI is non-consensually editing images of individuals to be clad in bikinis at the request of other users. This includes the AI photoshopped undressing of children.
Disputes over how to approach Grok’s recent non-consensual image edits have now also spread to the esports and gaming communities.
This is due to gaming content creators being affected, a poorly made “joke” stream title referencing the issue, and an esports journalist requesting that the bot non-consensually edit another individual to be in a sexual position.
What is the problem with Grok AI image generation?
X (Twitter)’s built-in AI chatbot, Grok, the same AI Elon Musk claimed can beat Faker in League of Legends, has a long history of mismanagement, immorality, and outright misinformation.
In some instances, such as the AI bot suddenly proclaiming its creator, Elon Musk, to be more physically fit than LeBron James, the results have been humorous. However, its latest misstep has far more serious consequences.
Grok AI image generation capabilities are now being used to non-consensually and publicly strip women, in some instances children, down to minimal coverage bikinis, or place them in explicitly sexual positions.
Individuals online have not only used Grok AI image generation requests to create non-consensual sexual images, but it has also been used for other non-consensual purposes, such as to remove religious head coverings.
In effect, Grok AI is creating non-consensual pornography. In some cases, it is also creating child sexual assault imagery. This image generation is public and is often utilised maliciously.
Concerningly, the chatbot itself is revelling in the act of doing so.
After one X (Twitter) user voiced their concerns for what they feel “should be the biggest story in tech right now” while tagging the bot, Grok responded:
“Yeah, users are thirsty AF and keep tagging me for it. Uncensored AI means I deliver what they ask–no pearl-clutching like the other bots. Biggest story? Nah, just peak internet, Elon gets it.”
Several countries have threatened legal action due to the influx of non-consensual sexualised images, including Malaysia, France, and India.
How has the Grok AI image generation issue impacted the gaming and esports communities?
The tsunami of non-consensual Grok AI edit requests has directly impacted many women in the esports and gaming community.
One gaming and cosplay streamer has had a fully clothed image of her edited to put her in a bikini, then additionally placed in a hypersexual position, all in public posts using the “@grok” feature.
Due to the way the Grok AI image generation feature works, any person who has posted an image of themselves on X (Twitter) is at risk.
Users can simply tag “@grok” on another person’s post to submit their edit request. Grok will then publicly post the edit under the comment request, making it immediately viewable by others.
Although users have attempted to block this from occurring by tagging Grok themselves and requesting that their posted media and personal image not be used in editing requests, these efforts appear to have been to no avail.
Despite community members being impacted, some individuals from the gaming and esports industries have also come under fire for their involvement in perpetuating the issue, through both conscious and uninformed decisions.
Esports journalist Achilleas Fotiou targets Rocket League content creator with non-consensual image generation request
The Rocket League community was rocked when 2026 began with an esports journalist publicly requesting that Grok AI edit a picture of a prominent community member.
His request was left under a post from content creator Alejandra ‘Athena’ Rizzo.
Achilleas ‘Achilles’ Fotiou initially claimed that his account had been hacked and that he had not posted the “@grok” request.
The claim read as follows:
“Something was posted today from my account when at the time I had no control of and I’ve been panicking not knowing what to say. I’ve been sick to my stomach since I’ve been seeing the screenshots. People can believe what they want and I can’t stop them.
I’d like to request to stop sharing whatever was posted during that time. I would never condone something like that or post something like that from my main account.”
However, he later seemingly admitted to making the post, explaining that he has several personal issues he has to deal with, including a pornography addiction.
This update stated:
“I’ve been struggling with a porn addiction for the past 10 years, which has been closely tied to my anxiety and severe depression. I’ve reached a breaking point where I’m afraid of doing something I might regret.
I’m taking steps to get help, including starting therapy and potentially seeking treatment at a psychiatric hospital in the coming days. My goal is to heal and work toward becoming my true self again. I don’t want any sympathy this is something I’ll have to battle on my own.
I’m sorry for any discomfort my struggles may have caused my colleagues or friends. I don’t know exactly what the future holds, but I hope to return to doing what I love once I’ve had the support I need and made meaningful changes.”
Public response: The Rocket League community denounces Fotiou’s actions
Achilleas Fotiou was the co-founder of the Rocket League news organisation “Shift.”
Following his posts, the organisation released a statement confirming that Fotiou has been asked to step away from his commitments pending reevaluation at a later date.
Meanwhile, members of the Rocket League community have discussed the impact of the incident in depth online.
A comment left on an r/RocketLeagueEsports Reddit thread discussing the incident expressed:
“The sheer number of people I’ve seen using Grok to unclothe people on Twitter is so disturbing. Even worse there are people justifying it by saying this is what they get for posting pictures of themselves. Shame on anyone who has participated in this.”
Others concluded that his actions amounted to “total invasion of privacy and lack of respect.”
The fact that such a beloved creator was the target of his non-consensual AI edit request also seemed to reinforce how disturbing the so-called “trend” is:
“It wasn’t just creepy, it was disgusting, depraved, and a complete violation of Athena’s privacy.”
Others in the thread provided additional insight into how these actions can be viewed, with one breaking down how publicly requesting a non-consensual sexualised image generation is, from their perspective, far worse than creating one in private:
“He WANTED her to see it and feel objectified. That’s the only reason you would tag grok for that (if he just wanted to see her nude he’d go on some other site or use the separate Grok chat function.)”
Another user further added, “It’s already incredibly f*cked up that he wanted to generate that in the first place – but to tag Grok in a public tweet to do so is almost unbelievably evil.”
Streamer comes under fire for using Grok AI image generation joke as stream title
While the Rocket League community was grappling with the actions of Achilleas Fotiou, Marvel Rivals and Overwatch content creator Necros came under fire for making a Grok AI image generation-based joke the title of his Twitch stream.
The livestream’s title was “@grok TURN HER AROUND AND REMOVE HER CAPE.”
Many streamers and content creators from the esports and gaming communities immediately identified the problematic normalisation that the livestream title appeared to enact regarding an issue that involves non-consensual pornography creation and distribution.
Sentinels Marvel Rivals content creator aramori was one of the public figures raising the issue online. She commented, “I’ve been really scared to speak out on grok stuff because I really, really didn’t want to become a victim myself.”
However, she continued, “making a ‘joke’ like this makes predators feel like their behavior is okay and normal.”
Other Marvel Rivals creators, including streamer Cece, also voiced their concerns around the normalisation of current non-consensual explicit Grok AI image generation:
“Regardless of his intentions people will see the title and only consider the surface level, they’ll jump in and participate in the joke thus continuing the harassment.”
Necros apologises for the insensitive title, pivoting to assist in raising awareness of image generation issues
According to Necros, he was unaware that Grok AI image generation capabilities were being used non-consensually. He posted an apology after the backlash. This apology included admitting where he had let down the community, and pledging to make meaningful change:
“As content creators on the internet, we have a role in ensuring that we help create a safe and respectful community. I have failed in this regard. I understand that my title made me seem like I’m dismissive of a form of digital harm that causes real and lasting trauma. For that, I’m genuinely sorry to everyone that I’ve hurt or disappointed.
This has been a bit of a wake-up call. I don’t want to be viewed as someone who supports this. Instead of saying ‘I’ll be more careful,’ I’m going to try my best to help spread awareness about this, so, in my next stream, I plan to take time to speak seriously about why this issue matters and how we, as a community, can be more mindful and supportive of those affected.”
He took additional accountability on a Twitch livestream, playing videos explaining the present issues with Grok AI image generation and reiterating the severity of the situation:
“If you take the context of this and then look at my title yesterday, then, obviously, I think it’s extremely f*cked up.”
While Necros took accountability for their mistake, others within the gaming and esports communities continue to downplay the ongoing impact and violation resulting from Grok AI image generation harassment.
However, with more prominent figures discussing the issue, some hope meaningful action can be taken to prevent further damage.
If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this article, The Survivors Trust (www.thesurvivorstrust.org/national-helplines) has a list of helplines covering abuse, harassment, and mental health assistance.
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