In a bold move to protect its brand, YS Net, the studio founded by legendary game designer Yu Suzuki, has taken a firm stance against a misleading Shenmue 4 trailer that has been circulating on social media. The studio has publicly denied any connection to the alleged trailer, which they claim is not only unauthorized but may also be AI-generated. This situation highlights the growing challenges that developers face in an era where misinformation can spread rapidly online.