Grok’s Image Generation Gets a Ghibli-Style Makeover, Challenging AI Art Rivals
SAN FRANCISCO (Archyde.com) — The race for AI image supremacy is heating up, with Elon Musk’s Grok AI platform making critically important strides in its image generation capabilities. Following the buzz surrounding OpenAI’s ChatGPT 4o’s image functionalities, Grok has unveiled a major upgrade, notably in its ability to render images in the beloved style of Studio Ghibli, the iconic Japanese animation studio.
“Grok image generation function upgrade!” declared a source familiar with the update. “Ghibli style picture effect is great leap forward, no limit on the number of times to use.”
The improvement marks a stark contrast to Grok’s earlier attempts at anime-style images,which were reportedly underwhelming. Initial tests following Musk’s teaser on X, formerly Twitter, showcased a limited and, according to one user, “very bad” image generation capability. The platform initially restricted users to a mere three image generations per day.
Now, users are reporting a vastly improved experience, with no apparent restrictions on the number of images generated.
How to Create Ghibli-Style Images with Grok
Creating images with Grok is straightforward. Users can access Grok via X or thru the dedicated mobile app. To transform an image into the Ghibli style, users upload a photo, type the prompt “Draw me in Ghibli style,” and send it to Grok. The AI then generates two variations, allowing users to select their favorite or request further edits through the “Edit Please Grok” function.
The Evolution of Grok’s Artistic Prowess
The difference between Grok’s initial attempts and the current iteration is substantial. Early results, dating back to April 1st, fell short of capturing the whimsical and detailed aesthetic characteristic of Ghibli’s films. Recent outputs, however, demonstrate a significant leap in quality.
While Grok excels at transforming images of pets into the Ghibli style, generating charming, animated cat photos, the platform encounters challenges with more complex images.Photos featuring multiple people may result in unexpected additions or inaccurate depictions of character traits.
“One more person,” noted a user, describing an instance where a solo portrait with an elephant was transformed into a group shot. “can’t grasp the character characteristics well,” they added,pointing out another instance where the AI failed to accurately capture the subjects’ likenesses.
Despite these shortcomings, the unlimited image generation offered by Grok allows users to refine their prompts and iterate until they achieve a satisfactory result.The Competition: Grok vs. ChatGPT
The enhanced Ghibli-style image generation by Grok places it in direct competition with other AI platforms,most notably OpenAI’s ChatGPT. A side-by-side comparison of cat photos generated by Grok and ChatGPT,using the same prompts,reveals that while Grok has made extraordinary progress,it still faces stiff competition.
But is it really better than ChatGPT?
That’s a valid question. While Grok has made significant strides in Ghibli-
