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

Public attention was immediately captivated by the announcement of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet at The Game Awards. However, the initial excitement quickly turned into widespread criticism.

The core of the debate revolved around the protagonist and the game's theme, with some members of the public accusing it of pushing an "agenda".

The controversy intensified following statements from Neil Druckmann and Tati Gabriel. Their attempts to defend the game and soothe tensions backfired, further fueling the debate.

Even after 17 days, the criticism shows no signs of abating. The announcement trailer has deeply divided the audience, amassing a significant number of "dislikes" on YouTube. On the official PlayStation channel, the dislikes surpassed 260,000, dwarfing the 90,000 likes. Similarly, on the Naughty Dog channel, over 170,000 dislikes outnumber the 70,000 likes. In an effort to curb the escalating situation, comments on the video were disabled, yet the discussion has shifted to social media platforms, where it continues to rage.

Despite these early challenges, the future of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet remains uncertain but not doomed. Naughty Dog has a proven track record of transforming initial criticism into eventual success. The game still has the potential to defy expectations.

This incident underscores a significant challenge for major studios: navigating the increasingly demanding expectations of their audience.