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Overwatch's Anran finally gets her glow-up. "Playful" is out, "sincere" is in, but is it enough?
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed a reworked character model for the Overwatch hero Anran, following player complaints about her previous appearance. The developer has shifted the character's aesthetic from 'playful' to 'sincere'.
Overwatch's Anran redesign fixes her controversial 'baby face' in Season 2: 'This process has really helped dial in the next set of heroes'
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed an updated character model for Anran in Overwatch, addressing fan and voice actor concerns about her previous 'baby face' design. Game director Aaron Keller explained the changes focus on strengthening her presence and making her appear older and more confident. This redesign will be implemented with the launch of Season 2.
Blizzard Unveils Anran's Redesigned Face In Overwatch Season 2
Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled a redesigned face for the Overwatch hero Anran ahead of Season 2, addressing player feedback that her original appearance was too similar to other characters and lacked a mature presence. Overwatch director Aaron Keller stated the team focused on her eyes, eyebrows, and mouth to create a more sincere and mature expression, with subtle posture changes also implemented. The updated design will launch with Overwatch Season 2 on April 14.
‘We Moved Away From That Baby Face’ — Overwatch Reveals Updated Look For Anran Following Fan Backlash
Overwatch has revealed an updated character model for Anran following significant fan backlash regarding the initial design. The developers stated they moved away from the 'baby face' aesthetic in response to community feedback.
Good Smile Company Racing Miku Kyojo Vita 2026 Design Teased
Good Smile Company has revealed the new Racing Miku Kyojo Vita 2026 design, created by artist Toridamono. This design will be used for merchandise and race car liveries for the 2026 Kyojo Cup season. The artwork features Hatsune Miku in a racing-themed outfit with branding from Good Smile Racing and Crypton.
Monolith Soft Talks Up Ganondorf's "Alluring Charm" In New Interview
Monolith Soft discussed their extensive work on character and item modeling for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom in a recent interview. The developers focused on giving the antagonist Ganondorf a "mysterious and alluring charm" through meticulous muscle definition and facial shading. The interview also touched upon the design of enemies like Horriblins and the Solider Construct, as well as the 'Fuse' weapon system.
Crimson Desert players have a common foe, and his name is Yann: "An absolute disgrace to the Greymanes"
Players of Crimson Desert are expressing significant frustration with the character Yann, often describing him as a disgrace to the Greymanes faction due to his constant complaining and perceived lack of contribution. Despite the negative sentiment, the article suggests Pearl Abyss is unlikely to change the character soon.
Cyberpunk 2077's best shopkeeper was originally a "vapid" side character devs had no idea what to do with, says actor, until a few redrafts made her "one of my favourite characters I've ever voiced"
Voice actor Erica Lindbeck revealed that her character Misty Olszewski in Cyberpunk 2077 was initially considered a "vapid" side character with limited dialogue. Through several redrafts by CD Projekt Red, the character evolved into one of Lindbeck's favorites to voice.
'Legally distinct Cammy': Overwatch revealed its newest hero and fans are saying she looks awfully familiar
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed a new hero for Overwatch, referred to as Hero 51, who features a braided ponytail and tactical gear, drawing comparisons to Cammy from Street Fighter. The new hero's trailer will premiere on April 8, coinciding with the next chapter of The Reign of Talon. The article speculates on her potential affiliation with Helix or Talon and discusses the character design's similarities to existing characters.
Palworld! More Than Just Pals ‘Special Video’, characters detailed
Pocketpair has released a new trailer, information, and screenshots detailing characters for their upcoming game, Palworld. The "Palworld! More Than Just Pals" special video provides further insight into the game's world and its inhabitants.
Out of all of Crimson Desert's baffling design decisions, its playable trio might be the worst offender
The author expresses confusion and disappointment with Crimson Desert's design choice of featuring three playable characters, arguing that their implementation feels like an afterthought. Despite distinct combat styles, the game frequently forces players back to the primary character, Kliff, limiting the utility and progression of the others, Damiane and Oongka. This half-hearted approach to an ensemble cast is seen as a baffling design decision that detracts from the game's potential.
Nintendo legend had "high hopes" for a Star Fox movie, and after today's Super Mario Galaxy Movie reveal he's full of gratitude: "Thank you, Miyamoto-san"
Legendary Nintendo designer Takaya Imamura expressed gratitude after Fox McCloud's appearance was revealed in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie poster. Imamura, who created the Star Fox character, had previously hoped for a Star Fox movie and discussed this with Shigeru Miyamoto. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is set to release on April 1.
Fortnite art lead behind iconic characters like Jonesy has been laid off by Epic Games, and fellow devs are paying…
Epic Games has laid off over 1,000 employees, including Vitaliy Naymushin, the character art director responsible for creating iconic Fortnite characters like Jonesy and Penny. Naymushin had been with Epic Games for over 11 years.
Marvel Rivals Devs Won't Introduce Original Characters Anytime Soon, Because There Are Simply Too Many Marvel Characters Already
NetEase Games, the developer of Marvel Rivals, has stated that they do not plan to introduce original characters into the game in the near future. The company believes the existing roster of Marvel characters is extensive enough to support the game's expansion and balance.
Resident Evil Requiem Leon actor recognizes fan thirst spans age, gender, and time itself as he vows to keep hitting the gym to "live up to this": "I bet you got a body pillow"
Nick Apostolides, the voice actor for Leon Kennedy in Resident Evil 4 Remake, reacted to fan memes and discussions about the character's attractiveness. He acknowledged the widespread 'thirst' for Leon, spanning various ages and genders, and humorously stated he's hitting the gym to live up to the character's perceived physique.
Borderlands 4: new Vault Hunter C4sh the Rogue rolls in March 26
Gearbox Software Senior Character Designer Tommy Westerman introduced C4sh the Rogue, a new playable Vault Hunter for Borderlands 4, launching March 26 as part of Story Pack 1. C4sh is a former CasinoBot who manipulates luck and probability, featuring unique Action Skills and skill trees focused on randomness and gambling themes.
Overwatch 2 Players Return for Mauga, Hawaiian Shirt Dreams
Overwatch 2 is experiencing a resurgence in player count, largely driven by the popularity of the tank hero Mauga. Players returning after leaving during early seasons are praising Mauga's character design, gameplay, and personality, with many expressing a desire for his Hawaiian shirt cosmetic. This renewed engagement is attributed to improved game balance and exciting new content from Blizzard Entertainment.
Tetsuya Nomura keeps being requested to “design a character like Sephiroth”
Tetsuya Nomura revealed in a recent interview that he is still frequently asked by developers to design characters similar to Sephiroth from Final Fantasy VII, a character he created approximately 30 years ago. Nomura expressed his appreciation for Sephiroth's enduring popularity and approachability for both long-time and new fans, attributing this to the ongoing Final Fantasy VII Remake project and the character's iconic status.
Nintendo says Donkey Kong in Bananza is different from the one in The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Nintendo producer Kenta Motokura clarified that the Donkey Kong in Donkey Kong Country Returns is distinct from the character featured in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Motokura explained that in the game, Donkey Kong acts as a player avatar and does not speak, allowing for greater player projection, unlike his movie counterpart.
Gamers think they know why Overwatch is “struggling” against Marvel Rivals, and it’s not gameplay, it’s buttcheeks
Players are criticizing Overwatch's new Project YoRHa collaboration skins for their high cost and perceived lack of aesthetic appeal, particularly the design of the character Kiriko. This has led to comparisons with Marvel Rivals, with some arguing Overwatch is struggling due to its character design choices. The discussion also touches on broader concerns about female character representation and the male gaze in video games.
