Intergalactic is on fire. After two weeks, criticism of Naughty Dog's trailer has not subsided

The unveiling of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet at The Game Awards generated immediate buzz, quickly turning into a firestorm of controversy.

The game's protagonist and thematic elements sparked intense debate, with accusations of a hidden "agenda" from a segment of the audience.

Statements from Neil Druckmann and Tati Gabriel, intended to quell the uproar, only fueled the flames.

Even after 17 days, the backlash shows no signs of abating. The announcement trailer dramatically divided viewers, garnering a staggering number of dislikes on YouTube. On the official PlayStation channel, dislikes surpassed 260,000, dwarfing the 90,000 likes. The Naughty Dog channel fared no better, with over 170,000 dislikes outnumbering the 70,000 likes. Comments were disabled in an attempt to contain the fallout, but the discussion continues to rage across social media.

However, the game's future remains uncertain. Naughty Dog's history demonstrates a capacity to transform initial criticism into triumph. Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet still has the potential to defy expectations.

This incident, however, underscores a significant challenge for major game developers: navigating the increasingly complex demands of a highly engaged and opinionated audience.