Summary
Fortnite players are criticizing Epic Games for selling what appear to be re-skinned versions of previously offered items in the game's item shop. Many claim these skins were previously free or included in PlayStation Plus packs.
Fortnite players are expressing dissatisfaction with the recent item shop offerings, particularly the release of variant skins previously available for free or as part of PlayStation Plus bundles. This has led to accusations of greed against developer Epic Games. This criticism arises as Fortnite continues its expansion into digital customization items, a trend expected to continue throughout 2025.
Since its 2017 launch, Fortnite has undergone significant changes, the most notable being the sheer volume of available skins and customization options. New skins and cosmetics have always been central to Fortnite, with each battle pass expanding the game's ever-growing collection. Epic Games' recent introduction of new game modes positions Fortnite as a platform rather than a standalone game, a shift reflected in the abundance of cosmetic items. This abundance, however, continues to draw criticism, with players now focusing on the current selection of skins.
A recent Reddit post by user chark_uwu sparked a discussion regarding the item shop's latest rotation, featuring what players perceive as re-skinned versions of popular skins. One player commented, "This is starting to get concerning. Five edit styles sold separately in just a week? Literally just last year these would be either free skins, PS+ packs, or just added to the skins they were based on. For reference, the second picture is all free additions from 2018 to 2024.” Edit styles, traditionally free or unlockable, are now being sold separately, fueling accusations of Epic Games prioritizing profit.
Fortnite Players Accuse Epic Games of "Greedy" Skins
Another player stated, "All these reskins of simple random skins that are nothing more than color changes being released as new skins is ridiculous." These complaints arise as Epic Games continues to expand its cosmetic offerings. The recent introduction of "Kicks," customizable footwear for player characters, further exemplifies this expansion and has also generated controversy due to its cost.
Fortnite is currently in Chapter 6 Season 1, featuring a Japanese aesthetic, new weapons, and points of interest. Leaks suggest a future Godzilla vs. Kong update, with a Godzilla skin already present in the current season, hinting at Epic Games' continued interest in incorporating popular monsters into the game.
