It seems like every time Konami shows off the upcoming , something doesn’t sit right with fans. It started with the game’s announcement when it was revealed and developer Bloober Team would be helming the reimaging of the seminal survival horror title, which did not instill confidence in many fans. Now, after new footage debuted during the latest PlayStation showcase, , fans are upset again—this time, it’s about the character models, which may or may not butcher the original designs, depending on who you ask.
During the Transmission, the short showcase that immediately followed the May 30 State of Play, Konami gave us a look at 13 minutes of gameplay in the remake. In it (and the State of Play trailer), we see protagonist James and supporting characters Maria and Angela. Let’s start with James, as he is our leading man.
Those who are fans of the redesign point out that it looks noticeably better than when first shown during the remake’s reveal. Those in the dissenting camp, however, point out that James’ new design looks a tad bit familiar—he has a vibe to him, down to the swooping blond haircut that just feels a little off in comparison to the original game. Then there is Maria, a character James crosses paths with throughout the game who is known for her confidence and overt sexuality.
Fans are criticizing her new outfit, which is decidedly more demure (and less fashionable, TBH. As people with a familiarity with the original game have pointed out, Maria’s.