[quote name='CaptainJoel']Elena and Chloe's faces look different, not in the way that a different diet would change them though and not because of age. Elena's brow is different, which I don't think would really be something that changes with her exercise and eating habits. It just bothers me because I always thought that the Uncharted series had people designed this kinda animated way because it was supposed to be stylish, but now it's supposed to be some form or realism? Ugh, really not my cup of tea, ND.[/QUOTE]
They do look a bit different design-wise from UC2, but not in an overly dramatic way. The series has always used a semi-realistic style with emphasis on a bright color palette, and Naughty Dog has updated their graphics engine and animation library with each sequel. It's all because ND has been tweaking more and more out of the PS3 tech with each new game.
Anyway, I don't look at it as a negative by any means, and it didn't affect my enjoyment of the game.