The speaker criticizes the backlash against diversity in video games, particularly the focus on the sexualization of female characters. They argue that the merit of female characters should not be based on their sexual appeal. The speaker highlights the absurdity of turning the inability to sexualize characters into a political movement, emphasizing that this mindset is problematic and should be embarrassing. They point out that the gaming industry has evolved, with more diverse characters, but some gamers resist this change, focusing instead on superficial aspects like character appearance. The speaker also discusses the broader issues in the gaming industry, such as mergers and financialization, which impact game quality more than diversity does. They argue that gamers should focus on these real issues rather than superficial complaints about character diversity. The speaker also touches on societal issues, such as unrealistic beauty standards and the impact of online culture on perceptions of attractiveness, urging people to have a more realistic understanding of human appearance.