Conan Exiles' Genital Size Gets Major Upgrade in Unreal Engine 5 Overhaul – Players React
Breaking News: The highly anticipated Unreal Engine 5 update for survival RPG Conan Exiles launched today, and players are noticing a dramatic change: the game's character genitalia—colloquially known as 'todgers'—have been substantially enlarged. Developer Funcom confirmed the adjustment, stating it ensures more realistic proportion scaling with the new engine's enhanced graphics and physics.
'We aimed for a more authentic barbarian experience,' said game director Oscar Almqvist in a press statement. 'The larger todgers better reflect the exaggerated, larger-than-life world of Conan.' Community forums have erupted with mixed reactions, from amusement to concern about the game's maturity rating.
Background
Conan Exiles, first released in 2018, has long been infamous for its full nudity option, allowing players to customize genital size. The 'todger' slider was a subject of memes and debate. The Unreal Engine 5 upgrade promised visual fidelity improvements but quietly increased the maximum size limit—and the default setting.
According to beta testers, the change was not listed in early patch notes. 'We only noticed during the character creator,' said modder and community leader Jenna 'DesertQueen' Reyes. 'Suddenly the smallest setting looked like the old max. It's a stealth buff for exhibitionists.' The update also includes dynamic lighting and improved texture details on all body parts.
What This Means
The enlargement may affect several aspects of gameplay and community. First, it could push the game's ESRB rating from 'M' to 'Adults Only' if deemed too explicit for consoles. Funcom has not commented on potential rating changes. Second, modders will need to update adult mods to match the new proportions.
Furthermore, the change highlights a growing trend of hyper-realistic character customization in survival games. 'This isn't just about shock value—it's about player agency,' noted gaming culture analyst Dr. Liam Park. 'When developers adjust body sliders without transparency, it raises questions about consent and creative direction.' The update is available now on PC, with console versions arriving later this year.
Related: Frequently Asked Questions | Full Patch Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I revert todger size? Yes, the slider still allows smaller options, but the maximum is larger.
- Does this affect performance? Not significantly, though higher poly counts may impact older GPUs.
- Will console versions have the same change? Likely yes, pending certification.
Key Patch Notes (Excerpt)
- Unreal Engine 5 migration complete
- Updated character models with higher polygon count
- Adjusted genital scaling for 'improved immersion'
- Fixed clipping issues with large weapons and armor