In an effort to reduce plastics for the environment, Good Smile Company changed the outer box of its Nendoroid figures, triggering a backlash from the community.

Japanese model maker Good Smile Company announced that it will change the design of the outer box of its product “Nendoroid” series. In order to protect the environment and reduce plastic, future packaging will significantly reduce the amount of plastic used. Even the traditional outer box that can identify the contents at a glance will be enlarged. Change, the announcement immediately triggered a backlash from players.

“Nendoroid” is a model with interchangeable parts launched by Good Smile Company. It transforms well-known works into Q-scale proportions and is deeply loved by model enthusiasts. The traditional outer box of “Nendoroid” is printed with the Nendoroid’s serial number, sample picture and a transparent display window on the front. The Nendoroid can be identified at a glance from any angle. For many collectors, it is necessary to keep the outer box together. It is a complete model.

However, today’s official announcement announced that the design of the outer box will be changed, changing the traditional outer box style to a new all-white outer box. Not only does the outer box have no printing, but also the viewing window through which the contents can be seen is cancelled; in addition, the inner bubble shell It will also be replaced with a paper inner box, and part of the paper packaging can be used as a parts storage box. According to the announcement, changes to the outer box will reduce plastic usage by up to 84%.

The first batch of affected Nendoroids include “Nendoroid Yamanouchi Kanon Basic”, “Nendoroid Makise Kurisu 2.0”, “Nendoroid Aisaka Taiga 2.0”, and “Nendoroid Yuoko 2.0”. After the release date of these products Some other Nendoroid and Nendoroid basic products will also gradually change their outer boxes.

Despite the huge backlash from the community, Good Smile Company has yet to provide further explanation. The announcement also stated that “we will not be able to answer inquiries about whether the ordered goods are shipped in old or new outer boxes.” Therefore, collectors who are very concerned about the outer shell design may want to pay attention when purchasing Nendoroids in the near future.