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This controversy isn't solely about the character design; it's intertwined with broader debates over sexuality, violence, and social messaging within gaming. Some critics have gone so far as to call out graffiti in the game, which included words like “hard” and “r,” and then accused the developers of intentional controversy. When the word “hard” was edited to “Crime,” some media outlets speculated dog whistles or deliberate messaging, further fueling the narrative.