Fortnite has added VTuber TheBurntPeanut as a sidekick, sparking backlash due to their past use of homophobic slurs on stream. Despite winning the Best VTuber award and having millions of followers, TheBurntPeanut's inclusion has met with criticism from fans. Epic Games' decision contrasts sharply with Pride Month celebrations in games like Overwatch.
Fortnite's upcoming Season 7 Chapter 3 has ignited a storm with its most revealing skin to date, a tattooed woman in a bikini top, garnering over 4 million views and 1,000 shares on a single tweet. The community is divided, with some expressing excitement and others, like content creator Universo DS, concerned that Epic is "crossing a complicated line." This move comes as Fortnite faces declining player counts and increased competition.
Fortnite's upcoming Season 3, set to launch on June 6, has ignited a community firestorm over its collaboration with controversial streamer TheBurntPeanut, accused of using homophobic language. The backlash has led to toxic exchanges, impacting developer interactions. The season promises new features like the "Runners" theme and returning creature variants.
Fortnite's Chapter 7 Season 3 has been revealed, bringing an early Battle Pass and exciting new collaborations. Players can dive into the latest content ahead of schedule. This season promises significant updates that will impact gameplay and community engagement.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney criticized Valve for raising Steam Deck prices by hundreds of dollars, citing economic disruptions, while drawing attention to Gabe Newell's $500 million luxury yacht, the Leviathan. The move sparked criticism towards both companies, highlighting the juxtaposition of price increases with luxury spending and Epic's recent layoffs. The controversy underscores the challenges faced by gaming hardware manufacturers amidst component shortages.
Fortnite players can snag a bunch of free in-game items this Saturday, courtesy of Epic Games. The one-day giveaway includes unspecified "free stuff" across all platforms. Don't miss out on this limited-time offer to boost your Fortnite collection.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has publicly criticized Valve's recent Steam Deck price increase, attributing it to "severe disruptions in the component parts supply chain for megayachts." The unexpected jab highlights industry tensions. The Steam Deck's new pricing affects upcoming orders.
Fortnite's global return to the Apple App Store has ignited a monumental surge in downloads, with 3.4 million downloads in its first week back, nearing its 2018 launch-week record. Daily activity skyrocketed by 1,408%, peaking at 674,000 installs on May 23. This resurgence, however, faces the challenge of reviving long-term engagement amidst Epic's recent layoffs.
Typical Gamer, a renowned gaming personality, has been introduced to Fortnite as a playable character through the Icon Series. This collaboration brings unique cosmetics and items inspired by Typical Gamer's brand. Fortnite players can now embody this gaming icon in the game.
Fortnite's return to iOS has achieved a remarkable 3.4 million downloads in its first week, marking the game's highest seven-day download period in eight years. This surge outshines its second-week launch figures from 2018 and nearly matches its initial launch week. The game's global relaunch drove a 1,408% increase in daily activity.
