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The game’s role as a "polarizing" title stems largely from controversial character development choices, notably the creation and portrayal of Abby, a character designed specifically to evoke strong emotions—either hatred or empathy. Neil Druckmann, the creative director of Naughty Dog, has openly admitted to intentionally making Abby a character fans were meant to dislike, fueling debate about whether the game’s controversy is a deliberate narrative strategy or a genuine artistic risk.