标榜爱自己的乙游玩家，为什么不爱乙游女主角？

Core Viewpoint - The controversy surrounding the female protagonist in otome games, particularly in "Undecided Incident," highlights a broader trend where players prefer to see the female character as a mere vessel for their own identity rather than as an independent character [1][3][17] Group 1: Player Reactions and Trends - Players expressed dissatisfaction with the female protagonist's visibility in the new event of "Undecided Incident," indicating a strong preference for anonymity in the character's portrayal [1][4] - The phenomenon of "anti-female protagonist" sentiment is prevalent in the otome game community, where players often reject the notion of the female character having a distinct identity [3][6] - Similar backlash occurred in "Love and Deep Space," where the female character's appearance in promotional materials led to player outrage and even some quitting the game [4][6] Group 2: Character Development and Market Evolution - The evolution of female protagonists in otome games has shifted from having defined identities to being more customizable, reflecting the changing preferences of the player base [8][10] - Early otome games allowed for more character individuality, but as the genre evolved, the focus shifted towards enhancing player immersion by minimizing the female character's distinctiveness [10][12] - Recent titles like "Love and Deep Space" and "World Beyond" have taken this to an extreme, allowing players to create their own characters, thus reinforcing the idea that the female protagonist is essentially the player themselves [12][13] Group 3: Industry Challenges - The otome game industry faces a dilemma between enhancing player immersion and maintaining narrative depth, as reducing the female protagonist's presence can lead to weaker storylines [14][16] - The current market trend prioritizes player engagement and emotional connection with male characters, often at the expense of character development and plot richness [14][16] - This ongoing challenge suggests that the otome game industry may struggle to balance player expectations with the need for compelling storytelling in the future [16][17]