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Epic Games, the developer behind the popular battle royale game Fortnite, has recently found itself in the midst of a controversy surrounding an age restriction policy. This policy has led to limitations on the use of various skins in the game, sparking significant backlash from the Fortnite community. The Root of the Controversy In a recent update, Epic Games introduced a significant change to Fortnite's Creative Mode. The islands in this mode were categorized by age groups, leading to certain skins being restricted for players who did not meet the specific age requirements. This decision particularly affected skins that featured real weapons in their designs or those with a gore aesthetic, like Leon from "Resident Evil 4" or the Demogorgon from "Stranger Things." https://twitter.com/FortniteGame/status/1726027810320347330?ref_srctwsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1726027810320347330%7Ctwgr%5Effaa507079e754dbd40ebcedffd4c00df7e0d813%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_urlhttps%3A%2F%2Fen.softonic.com%2Farticles%2Ffortnite-apologizes-for-its-latest-mistakes Community Backlash The Fortnite community reacted strongly to these restrictions. Tens of thousands of players found themselves unable to use their favorite skins, which they had often acquired through purchases or as rewards. The restrictions sparked a wave of protests from players, who argued against the logic and fairness of these sudden changes. Epic Games' Response Acknowledging the misstep, Epic Games took to social media to apologize. In a tweet, the company admitted that their plan for age-rated cosmetics was not well-received. They indicated that they are working on new options to resolve this issue, much to the relief of their player base. Hinting at a Major Event Interestingly, Epic Games' apology tweet also hinted at a major in-game event that might be coming sooner than expected. While details about this event are currently scarce, it suggests that Epic Games is planning something significant for Fortnite players in the near future. Final Thoughts While Fortnite continues to enjoy success, especially after returning to its roots, this incident highlights that even the most popular games can face challenges. Epic Games' prompt response and apology show their commitment to addressing community concerns. The anticipation of a major in-game event adds an exciting dimension to what's next for Fortnite. Also Read:

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