Post-Apocalyptic Fiction Goes High-Tech: How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing the Genre

Artificial intelligence is transforming the world of post-apocalyptic fiction, and its creators are drawing inspiration from popular series like “The Last of Us” and “Fallout”. Instagram user @midjourneyhero is one such creator who blends Marvel and DC Comics superheroes with the post-apocalyptic genre in a series called “Raider superheroes after a nuclear catastrophe”.

Midjourney has been used to create these images based on textual descriptions. Characters like Captain America and Spider-Man have received special attention, with their own series of origin story images capturing a post-apocalyptic setting. Captain America, for example, continues to embody his ideals in a world ravaged by chaos, portrayed in a battered suit combined with salvaged military equipment to inspire hope in a shattered society.

Iron Man’s armor is depicted as fitting seamlessly into a post-apocalyptic world, drawing inspiration from the Brotherhood of Steel in the “Fallout” video game series. @esheffects, another creator in this space, explores the fusion of art and artificial intelligence using AI and Photoshop to bring these imaginative worlds to life. Each character, from The Punisher to Flash to Thor, is shown adapting in various ways to the challenges of a world transformed by catastrophe.

These creators are pushing boundaries of what’s possible with technology and imagination, showcasing how artificial intelligence can be used not just for entertainment but also for creative expression. With new tools at their disposal, they are able to bring their visions to life in ways that were previously impossible.