Also, I believe there's some stochasticity in that homogeneity that will lead to creativity.

I think that this is due to boredom. However, people aren't "bored" like they were before, as they can still feel entertained. With AI and AR getting so much better, people won't feel bored, as they will be immersed into worlds that that accept. Look at the extreme gamers who end up malnourished because they don't eat.