Gamers are increasingly frustrated with over-the-top character skins in popular games. Both Fortnite and Call of Duty have been criticized for unrealistic and distracting designs, leading many players to feel the trend has gone too far.
Helldivers 2 recently set a boundary regarding cosmetic items that players liked, unlike Battlefield 6, which pushed too far. After facing significant backlash, Battlefield 6 ultimately backed down and changed course.
A brightly colored skin originally designed to look like a Monster Energy drink can – though it was actually promoting Razer – has been changed to a more subdued, forest green color, making it look less like a race car and more suitable for a military theme.
This news was shared by BattlefieldNET on X, who provided ‘before and after’ images.
Fans reacted positively to the update, with one Reddit user enthusiastically posting, “THEY’RE LISTENING!” However, some players noted that certain character skins still need improvements. A specific blue-themed skin continues to be a point of contention, especially since it’s an original design and not a collaboration, but still tied to in-game purchases.
Battlefield Studios quietly updated the game today, simply darkening the green color on one skin and making a few other small changes. There was no announcement or explanation from the developers about the update.
Brands Want You To Notice Their Crossover Skins, At Any Cost
Players are generally happy to see the game’s skin change from a bright neon green to a more standard green color. However, Razer, the company behind the skin, probably isn’t as pleased. Brands that partner with games for themed skins want players to constantly associate the skin with their brand, and bright, noticeable colors are a great way to achieve that. It’s simply a common marketing strategy to make promotional items stand out.
Look, I get it – crossovers can be cool, but when a company messes up and gets on the bad side of gamers, it’s a disaster. But Helldivers 2 seems to have cracked the code. They only partner with brands that actually fit the game’s vibe, and it’s working. People are genuinely excited! The recent Halo 3: ODST crossover was a perfect example – ODSTs literally drop into combat just like us Helldivers, so it made total sense and everyone loved it. It’s all about making it feel natural, you know?
If the current trend continues – and trends usually do – we can expect more game companies to offer promotions that improve the player experience. While these changes might happen slowly, with improvements coming one at a time, any progress is still a step in the right direction.
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2025-10-28 21:09