Fortnite It has been criticized by some players for reusing the animations of its expensive sidekick cosmetics. Introducing Sidekicks Fortnite on November 1, and while the new feature has the potential to be an attractive addition to the battle royale title, it's also been somewhat controversial right out of the gate.
Fortnite's Sidekicks are adorable companions that will follow players around in games, but there are a few catches that have kept many players from embracing the new cosmetics. For starters, although sidekicks are customizable, whatever appearance the player chooses for the companion remains permanent. Players can still change Sidekick's name and accessories, but the appearance remains locked. Also, Sidekicks aren't cheap, costing between 1,200 and 1,500 V-Bucks, or about $10–$15 USD. Despite the newness of Sidekicks, Epic Games is already redoing the animations, and it's not sitting well with some players.
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Fortnite's sidekicks are using recycled animations
Reddit user carno_101 recently shared a side-by-side video of the two Fortnite Sidekicks perform similar movements. Cuddle Team Jr. and Simpson In the crossover offering, Itchy, the two Sidekicks are being compared, and it's clear that they have very similar animation. The main issue players are facing with this is the cost of sidekicks. For items priced between $10 and $15, many prefer that each Sidekick feels like more time and effort was put into the animations, so it might justify the price a bit more.
Not all Fortnite However, the players feel this way. On the flip side, there are some fans who aren't really bothered by the recycled animation, claiming that the sidekick's movement isn't the team's real selling point in-game. While many agree that Sidekicks are very valuable, one argument defending reused animation is that it is unfair to create a unique set of movements for each one, as it would take too much time for developers.
It is ultimately up to the player whether a sidekick is worth more or not. Despite the debate about the price, many fans have purchased their own battle royale companion. There are more Sidekicks on the way, and it will be interesting to see if they use similar animations as well. For players who have no interest in Sidekicks, the recycled animations are bound to be another reason not to buy them. However, for those who enjoy the cosmetic variety, there's no stopping them from adding sidekicks to their locker.
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September 26, 2017
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T for Teens – Miscellaneous Content: Discretion Advice, In-Game Purchases, User Interaction
