The director of the upcoming action RPG Stellar Blade emphasizes the significance of focusing on the reverse side of the main character's model for marketing purposes. Hyung-Tae Kim, the game director, highlights the attention given to protagonist Eve's design, which centers around Korean model Shin Jae-eun's body scan. This design choice, prominently featured in early trailers, is intentional as players primarily view the character from behind during gameplay. Kim explains that this emphasis on character design extends beyond mere aesthetics, representing a deliberate artistic choice rather than just titillation.
Kim acknowledges the scrutiny games face regarding character design, particularly concerning unrealistic beauty standards. He defends the preference for idealized characters in games, emphasizing the role of entertainment in providing an escape from reality. He describes an ideal character design as one that enhances the narrative and setting without detracting from it.
Regarding Eve's characterization, Kim draws parallels with Nier: Automata's 2B, citing influences from Yoko Taro's work. He discusses Eve's evolution from a stoic soldier to a more emotionally expressive and human character throughout the game's progression.
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