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 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.
