Epic Games has announced a delay in the release of the highly-anticipated Fortnite Kicks feature.
This delay, along with the unexpected loss of compatibility for 35 popular skins, has left fans feeling disappointed and confused. Fortnite Kicks was expected to transform character customization by allowing players to change their footwear. The feature was originally set to launch on November 13th, 2024, alongside the v32.10 update, and was to include iconic collaborations with Nike and Jordan.
However, on November 12th, Epic Games revealed a delay, citing a visual issue that needed further attention. This unexpected postponement has sparked frustration among fans, especially since some promotional items related to Kicks had already been released.
To add to the confusion, dataminers found that 35 beloved skins, including Solid Snake, Aang, Goku Black, and John Cena, had lost their compatibility with the Kicks feature – and here is the full list:
- Solid Snake
- Davy Jones
- Frieza
- Sakaaran Champion Hulk
- Katara
- Captain Barbossa
- Aang
- Avatar State Aang
- Goku Black
- Dabi
- Ochaco Uraraka
- Katsuki Bakugo
- All Might
- Puppet Master Robert
- Puppet Master Lars
- Puppet Master James
- Puppet Master Kirk
- Ciri
- Turanga Leela
- Wolverine Pen and Ink
- Chromatica Armor Gaga
- Korra
- Jack Skellington
- Wastelander Magneto
- Philip Fry
- Jack Sparrow
- Shoto Todoroki
- Elizabeth Swann
- Bagorah Luke
- Kylo Ren
- Snake Eyes
- Arcane Vi
- Anderson.Paak
- Ali-a
- John Cena
While it remains unclear whether this is a temporary issue or a permanent change, it has certainly dampened the excitement surrounding the upcoming release. Some fans speculate that copyright issues with collaboration skins may be the reason for the compatibility loss.
Others think it could be a technical limitation or a decision made to prevent potential glitches or performance problems.
As Fortnite continues to evolve, fans have grown accustomed to unexpected changes and delays. The recent deactivation of the Reload game mode due to ongoing bugs is another example of the game’s unpredictable nature. While the delay of Fortnite Kicks and the loss of compatibility for certain skins is undoubtedly disappointing, fans remain hopeful that Epic Games will resolve these issues and provide a satisfying update in the future.
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