Fortnite fans have just had their legacy Battle Pass dreams destroyed

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Fortnite fans have just had their legacy Battle Pass dreams destroyed

As someone who’s spent countless hours (and V-Bucks) chasing after exclusive Fortnite Battle Pass items over the years, it’s disheartening to see Epic Games dashing my hopes of legacy Battle Passes. I remember the thrill of reaching Level 300 in Chapter 2 Season 2 and unlocking Golden Agent Peely – a moment I’ll cherish forever (or until the servers shut down).

During the pandemic, battle royale games may have experienced a dip in popularity compared to their peak, yet they remain crucial within the gaming sphere. Leading the pack is Epic Games’ Fortnite, consistently updating and introducing novel elements.

So far, Fortnite has had 30 distinct seasons, each typically featuring a Battle Pass that players can purchase with V-Bucks. The idea is to level up by using these passes, hoping to earn unique wraps, emotes, and character skins as rewards. However, the challenge lies in the fact that once these items are obtained, they can’t be retrieved again.

Fortnite dashes legacy Battle Pass hopes

Welp, there goes any hope of legacy battle passes…
by u/ProdbyPyxlwhip in FortNiteBR

It’s common to encounter a player who proudly showcases their exceptional Battle Pass abilities, having achieved Golden Agent Peely at Level 300 during Chapter 2 Season 2. The challenge lies in the fact that completing a Fortnite Battle Pass often necessitates an excessive amount of grinding, which many people find hard to fit into their busy schedules.

Due to widespread requests, there have been suggestions for Epic Games to make some previous Battle Pass items available for purchase in their shop. Given how eagerly everyone wants Chapter 2 Season 4’s Mystique skin, it’s safe to say we’d gladly spend our V-Bucks on it. However, this idea somewhat undermines the purpose of having a Battle Pass system in the first place. Regrettably, Epic Games has officially nixed this concept.

More recently, players found that the Swim Free Lobby track from Chapter 5 Season 2 was available in the store. In no time, they rushed to acquire the track. However, Epic Games later clarified that this appearance in the shop was an error. As a result, anyone who purchased it will receive a refund of their V-Bucks.

On Reddit, some disheartened players expressed that this decision has dashed their expectations for the lasting Battle Pass system. Epic Games continues to emphasize that the Battle Pass and its associated items are temporary, only available until they disappear permanently. One disappointed fan posted, “They believe selling BP cosmetics will cause BP holders to drop off, but honestly, that’s nonsense.”

Another user suggested, “A good balance could be allowing players to purchase battle passes and complete the tasks at their own pace. However, if they begin selling individual battle pass items, I would likely cancel my Fortnite Crew subscription and probably never buy another battle pass again. If I’m considering this, there are likely others who feel the same way. I dislike FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) though.”

As a devoted Fortnite player, I’ve observed that joining the Fortnite Crew doesn’t guarantee exclusive skins right away; the fine print states they might be added later on. With whispers of a Marvel-themed Chapter 5 Season 4 circulating, this has sparked a conversation, bringing back memories of the ‘outstanding’ Battle Pass we received during Marvel Chapter 2 Season 4.

Throughout the years, we’ve enjoyed some fantastic battle passes, such as the Marvel-themed one, which introduced the Reaper inspired by John Wick in Season 3, and the collaborative passes of Chapter 4 Season 1 featuring popular games. Unfortunately, unless you happen to have a time machine like a DeLorean hidden away, you won’t be able to revisit those classic experiences.

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2024-08-02 17:12