Epic Games Reduces Prices of Rocket Racing Fortnite Cosmetics

Introduction

Epic Games has made the Rocket Racing Fortnite cosmetics in the Item Shop more affordable, following backlash from a major part of the fanbase. Many players were sad to see Fortnite Season OG come to an end, as it brought the right mixture of nostalgia and innovativeness. However, not long into Chapter 5 Season 1, Fortnite received three massive game modes. These are permanent additions to Fortnite, so they will be just as intricate as Battle Royale and Creative, and they will continue to be updated regularly with brand-new content to keep fans interested.

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New Game Modes and Additions

Within three days, Fortnite added LEGO Fortnite, Rocket Racing, and Fortnite Festival, allowing Epic Games to include three different genres in the game: survival, racing, and rhythm. In the LEGO game mode, players receive LEGO styles for their favorite skins. Fortnite Festival brought the Opening Night Pass, instrument cosmetics, and music tracks. And Rocket Racing introduced car skins, decals, and cosmetic bundles to Fortnite.

Price Changes and Fan Response

Many fans were satisfied with the first three car cosmetic bundles that were added to the Item Shop with the introduction of the Rocket Racing game mode to Fortnite. However, they weren't happy to learn how much they actually cost. The Cyclone and Jaeger 619 bundles cost 2,500 V-Bucks each, while the Diesel bundle cost 4,000 V-Bucks. A large portion of the Fortnite community was outraged when it became aware of these prices. On December 14, not even a week after their release, Epic Games announced that it would be changing the prices of these bundles. Fans who bought the bundles before the price change will be given a refund. This means that those who purchased the Diesel pack will receive 1,500 V-Bucks and those who purchased the Cyclone or the Jaeger 619 bundles will receive 1,000 V-Bucks.