While Ubisoft used Humberly González’s performance to bring Kay Vess to life in Star Wars Outlaws, the final character design looks nothing like her. A new fan mod changes that—and fans are loving the result.

When Ubisoft first unveiled Kay Vess, the protagonist of Star Wars Outlaws, fans immediately noticed that she looked nothing like her actress, Humberly González. Despite using González’s motion capture and voice for the role, the developers ended up with a character that had a more angular jaw, deep-set eyes, and a generally less attractive appearance. Many players speculated that this change was made to fit a certain agenda—what some have dubbed the “woke” aesthetic trend of downplaying female beauty in games.

While there’s no hard evidence that Sweet Baby Inc.—a company known for consulting on inclusivity and diversity in games—was directly involved in Star Wars Outlaws’ character design, their influence on other Ubisoft narratives has been documented. Whether or not that’s the case here, the final look of Kay Vess seems like a deliberate step away from Humberly González’s appearance.

The “Good Looking Kay Vess” Mod Brings the Actress’s Beauty Back

Fans weren’t content with the drastic change and decided to take matters into their own hands. A modder named Dahaka002011 released the “Good Looking Kay Vess” mod on Nexus Mods, which reimagines Kay’s face to closely resemble Humberly González. This includes adjustments to the jawline, eye shape, skin tone, and hairstyle. The final result, shown in the image below, looks strikingly close to the actress, restoring the original vision many fans felt was missing. You can download the mod here.

Installing the mod requires a few additional tools: the Ultimate Star Wars Outlaws ModLoader and the Hide Kay’s Hairpin mod. Once installed, players must extract the contents to the “helix” folder of the game. The mod offers customization options for hair and eye colors, giving even more control over Kay’s appearance.

Fan Reaction and Cultural Impact

Following its release, the mod quickly gained popularity on Reddit, forums, and modding communities. One player commented: “Finally, Kay Vess looks like herself again. Why Ubisoft changed her so much is beyond me.” Another said: “She actually looks like a person now, not a weird caricature. This is what I expected from day one.”

Some gamers appreciated the original design, claiming it better fit the gritty world of Outlaws. But the overwhelming response to this mod highlights a growing demand among players for more faithful, attractive character representations—especially when based on real actors. As one Reddit thread put it: “We love Humberly for a reason—why hide her behind polygons?”

The “Good Looking Kay Vess” mod is more than just a cosmetic tweak—it’s a form of fan restoration, reclaiming the identity of a character whose real-world counterpart was seemingly erased. Whether you’re frustrated by Ubisoft’s design choices or simply want a Kay Vess that actually resembles her voice actress, this mod is a must-have for anyone playing Star Wars Outlaws. Find it now on Nexus Mods and install it to see the difference for yourself.

Source: Nexus Mods