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Baker’s outrage seemingly stems from broader frustrations with the reception of The Last of Us Part II. Despite widespread commercial success—selling 4 million copies in the first week—and critical acclaim, a notable portion of fans expressed dissatisfaction with certain narrative choices, particularly the portrayal of beloved characters and story direction.
Additionally, Baker’s response appears to be intertwined with ongoing industry criticisms of Naughty Dog’s work practices. An earlier, highly critical article exposed alleged crunch culture, high staff turnover, and strenuous work conditions at Naughty Dog during the development of The Last of Us Part II. Although the studio denied these claims, the report persisted as a point of controversy.