Wolverine Game’s Mystique Design Sparks Fan Backlash

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The recent trailer for *Marvel’s Wolverine* showed a gritty and violent glimpse of the upcoming PlayStation 5 game. However, the inclusion of the character Mystique has sparked debate among fans, with some expressing disappointment rather than enthusiasm.

Fans Unhappy With Mystique’s Look

Following the recent PlayStation State of Play presentation, images and videos of the character Mystique spread online, and the response from fans has been largely negative.

A trending post on X is getting a lot of attention, as many fans are criticizing a new design, saying it doesn’t look like the original character from the Marvel comics and is too different and exaggerated.

A lot of viewers feel this was the low point of the trailer, particularly when contrasted with the positive reaction to the Omega Red and Sentinel reveals.

Hollywood Comparisons and MCU Rumors

The backlash also stems from how Mystique has been portrayed in the past.

The shapeshifter has been portrayed on film by two well-known actresses: Rebecca Romijn in the original *X-Men* films and Jennifer Lawrence in the prequel series. Both actresses were known for their beauty and embraced the character’s glamorous and alluring look.

MCU going in different direction?

Now, rumors suggest the MCU could take the character in a different direction.

I’m really hoping they cast Hunter Schafer, the actress from *Euphoria*, as Mystique! And it’s awesome that Jinkx Monsoon, who was amazing in *Doctor Who*, has even said she’d love the role and thinks it *should* be a trans actor. That would be incredible!

Recent reports and discussions have sparked continued speculation about how Marvel Studios plans to portray a well-known X-Men character.

DEI Controversy and Jean Grey Leak

The controversy has grown with criticism focused on Insomniac Games’ partnership with Sweet Baby Inc, a company that advises on diversity and inclusion in video games. This collaboration has proven divisive, with some players objecting to character designs they feel don’t align with the original source material.

Recently revealed designs for the character Jean Grey have sparked more criticism, as many fans are worried the look doesn’t feel true to the original and isn’t very stylish.

Still a Highly Anticipated Release

Even though it’s been a bit controversial, the trailer for *Marvel’s Wolverine* has generated a lot of excitement, making it one of the most awaited games coming only to PlayStation 5.

As a huge fan of both Marvel and great games, I’m really excited about the upcoming Logan game from Insomniac, the team behind the amazing *Marvel’s Spider-Man*. They’re saying it’s going to be a much darker, more violent take on the character, and honestly, that sounds fantastic! We should get a better look at it next Spring, and I’m hoping it really delivers on the promise of something special. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for a truly impressive experience.

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2025-09-25 17:33