"Stellar Blade Fans Accuse Naughty Dog Designer of Uglifying Eve"

The main character concept designer from Naughty Dog recently shared artwork on Stellar Blade's official X account, sparking a strong reaction from fans. Many expressed disappointment with Hyun-taek's portrayal of Eva, criticizing the concept art for giving her a masculine appearance. The majority of comments described this version of the Stellar Blade protagonist as "ugly" and "terrible," with some even labeling the art as "repulsive." Additionally, there were accusations that the Naughty Dog designer had made Eva "awakened," a term that has stirred controversy in gaming communities.

This incident follows a trend of criticism towards Naughty Dog. The studio faced backlash not long ago for incorporating explicit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) content in the trailer for their recently revealed game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. This trailer broke the record previously set by Concord for the most disliked video game trailer of the year, indicating significant discontent among fans.

In contrast, Stellar Blade, developed by Shift Up, was a massive success upon its release earlier this year. The game's protagonist, Eve, played a significant role in its acclaim, largely due to her universally appreciated beauty. The original design of Eve, crafted by the Shift Up studio, was warmly received by the gaming community, highlighting a stark difference in reception compared to the new design of Eva introduced by Naughty Dog.