Summary
- Fans want more edit style options for Fortnite Kicks due to high prices and lack of variety.
- The collaboration with Nike may restrict Epic Games from introducing edit styles to Nike sneaker cosmetics.
- Despite criticism, Fortnite continues to release new cosmetics, including Adidas Kicks, but feedback remains unaddressed.
Fortnite fans recently took to social media to discuss Kicks once again, suggesting that Epic Games should give players more edit style options when purchasing the cosmetic. Chapter 6 Season 2 of Fortnite is just around the corner, with its release scheduled for February 21. As with most seasons, many gamers are looking forward to seeing new locations, weapons, and skins added to the title.
Fortnite‘s Kicks have proven to be controversial ever since their release in late 2024, with many players complaining about the price of the cosmetic. These new skins typically cost between 600 and 1,000 V-Bucks. For reference, fans can purchase some character outfits for just 800 V-Bucks. With numerous Kicks flooding the Item Shop, a large portion of the community feels Epic Games needs to change its current sales strategy.
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In a recent post on Reddit, AbiDextrous_ pointed out that the Fluffy Buns slippers were recently given a new edit style that allows players to choose between pink and blue versions of the cosmetic. This is a first for Kicks in Fortnite, as all previous releases have not included edit styles. AbiDextrous_ questioned why a pair of recent Nike sneakers weren’t given the same option, as the Air Jordan 11 “University Blue” and Air Jordan 11 “Legend Blue” Kicks are exactly the same apart from their colors. For reference, Fluffy Buns is sold for 600 V-Bucks and the Air Jordans are sold for 1,000 V-Bucks a piece. However, players can purchase the Nike shoes together in a bundle for 1,500 V-Bucks.
Fortnite Players Want Licensed Kicks to Have Edit Styles
While some fans were quick to accuse Fortnite of trying to squeeze its community for as much money as possible, others pointed out that the decision could have been made by Nike itself. As a licensed collaboration, both parties must come to an agreement regarding the implementation of the product. Nike could have stipulated that all of its sneakers be considered unique, even if they are strikingly similar. In contrast, Fluffly Buns is an original concept created by Epic Games, enabling the developers to price the Fortnite Kicks however they wish. Since the specifics of the crossover haven’t been publicly released, there’s no way of truly knowing the fine details of the agreement.
Fortnite recently debuted Adidas Kicks in the popular battle royale, adding to the short list of collaborators associated with the cosmetic. While many gamers were excited to see the new shoes, others complained that they were still overpriced and lacked edit styles. Epic Games has not yet commented on the feedback the community has provided, leading some players to feel they won’t see any major changes made to the cosmetic. Despite the many criticisms surrounding Kicks, sneaker fans are still excited to see more added to the title.
- Released
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July 25, 2017
- ESRB
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T for Teen – Violence