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In the grand scheme, the whole trypophobia controversy appears largely blown out of proportion. Whether real or manufactured, it reflects broader themes in gaming: sensitivities to design, the power of internet trolling, and how minor details can ignite widespread discussion.
The Final Fantasy XIV icon redesign underscores how consumer feedback—and sometimes trolling—can influence even minor artistic choices. Whether or not these small holes will “scare players away” remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the industry is ever-changing, riddled with memes, rivalries, and odd debates that make the world of gaming as unpredictable as ever.