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The trend appears to be fueled by a desire to appeal to a minimal segment of the population—approximately 0.1%, as critics suggest—by designing characters that blur gender distinctions. This movement isn't limited to one title or company; it spans many entertainment mediums seeking to embrace "diversity" in character aesthetics. The goal, according to proponents, is to make characters more inclusive and representative, but many gamers feel the execution often leads to less appealing visual designs and the loss of traditional gender markers.