Summary
- Fortnite players are criticizing Epic Games for selling what appear to be reskins of past offerings in the game's item shop.
- Some claim that similar skins were given away for free in the past, or were included in PS Plus Packs.
Fortnite enthusiasts have voiced their dissatisfaction with the latest skins available in the game's item shop, directing their frustration towards developer Epic Games. The community is particularly upset about skins that resemble previous offerings, which were once available for free or bundled in PS Plus Packs. This has led to accusations of Epic Games being "greedy" as Fortnite continues to expand its range of digital customization items throughout 2025.
Since its launch in 2017, Fortnite has evolved significantly, with one of the most notable changes being the vast array of skins and customization options now available to players. Skins and cosmetics have become a staple of the Fortnite experience, with each new battle pass contributing to the game's growing collection of characters. Alongside new game modes introduced over the past year, Epic Games views Fortnite as a comprehensive platform rather than just a single game. While the abundance of cosmetic items adds to the game's appeal, it has also sparked criticism, especially concerning the current selection of skins.
A recent post by Reddit user chark_uwu sparked a conversation among Fortnite fans about the game's latest shop rotation, featuring what players refer to as "reskins" of existing popular skins. "This is starting to get concerning," the player noted. "5 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 shows all free additions from 2018 to 2024." Edit styles, a popular way for players to personalize their Fortnite experience, have typically been offered or unlocked at no cost. However, players now feel that Epic's approach to these items is driven by greed.
Fortnite Players Accuse Epic Games of "Greedy" Skins
"All these reskins of simple random skins that are nothing more than color changes being released as new skins is ridiculous," another player commented. These sentiments arise as Epic Games continues to push the boundaries of what can be classified as cosmetics. Recently, Fortnite introduced the "Kicks" item category, featuring footwear for characters, which also comes with an additional cost and has stirred controversy similar to the skins in question.
Currently, Fortnite is in the midst of its Chapter 6 Season 1 update, which introduced several significant changes, including new weapons and points of interest, all themed around a traditional Japanese aesthetic. As 2025 progresses, excitement is building with leaks suggesting an upcoming Godzilla vs. Kong update for Fortnite. A Godzilla skin is already available in the current season, signaling Epic Games' willingness to bring iconic Kaiju and other monsters into its free-to-play universe.
