Summary

WWE faced criticism following the April 28 episode of NXT after a video package recapping the Sol Ruca vs. Zaria feud aired on the show.

Viewers on social media questioned whether generative AI had been used in the segment, pointing to facial details, textures, and transitions they felt looked unnatural. Much of the reaction framed the package as a step down from the standard many fans expect from WWE's video production work.

Social media reaction to the NXT package

Among the more widely shared reactions, Adrian Hernandez wrote that WWE has "one of the most talented video departments across sports, entertainment, etc etc" before calling the segment "Shameful."

Ibou of Self Made also criticized the approach, arguing that a simpler promo would have connected better than what he described as "Chat GPT generating an Aquaman scene."

What this could mean for Sol Ruca and Zaria on NXT

The loudest part of the reaction was not really about Sol Ruca or Zaria, it was about WWE's presentation. That matters because the package was meant to spotlight their feud, and the criticism instead shifted attention away from both wrestlers and onto the production itself.

If WWE decides the backlash reflects a broader fan sentiment, the likely takeaway is straightforward: keep the focus on the feud and let more traditional promo work sell the rivalry on NXT.

Sources

As reported by NoDQ.