Epic Games delayed Fortnite’s latest cosmetic launch, Fortnite Kicks, and it’s causing a stir. After the v32.00 update, 35 popular skins lost compatibility with the highly-anticipated footwear feature.
Fortnite Kicks promised to be a game-changer for customization. The new feature allows players to swap out character footwear – a first for the game. Epic announced Kicks would drop on November 13, 2024, alongside update v32.10, featuring iconic brand collaborations with Nike and Jordan.
Players were eager for more unique self-expression, but on November 12, Epic pushed the launch back, citing a visual issue. The delay frustrated fans, especially after some promotional items were already available.
Dataminers quickly discovered another unexpected twist. After the v32.00 update, they found that 35 of the most beloved skins had lost their Kicks compatibility tags.
These skins were originally planned to release with #Fortnite Kicks/Shoes compatibility, however had their permission tag removed last minute: pic.twitter.com/OtXvL3cmPw
— FNAssist (@FN_Assist) November 13, 2024
FNAssist, a trusted Fortnite dataminer, revealed on X that this change was a last-minute decision. The list includes fan-favorites like Solid Snake, Aang, Goku Black, and even John Cena. Here’s the full list:
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- 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
FNAssist clarified that this might be a temporary hiccup. “They’ll probably get their support added back in the future when Kicks release.” Epic might still be working on permissions or technical adjustments.
Others think it’s a sign of copyright issues with collaboration skins. “Frieza with Jordans would’ve made space and time collapse anyways,” joked another fan, pointing to the oddity of some potential combinations.
As Fortnite continues to grow, this situation underscores the unpredictable nature of its updates. Epic’s commitment to release new content sometimes means abrupt changes and delays. Fortnite players have had to endure sudden shake-ups, like the recent deactivation of the Reload game mode due to a persistent bug.
With Kicks’ release now in limbo, Fortnite’s future looks both thrilling and unpredictable. The game’s rapid evolution often leaves chaos in its wake.