July 24, 2024 – The recent update to Fortnite, which introduced Tesla’s Cybertruck to the game, has sparked a significant controversy among players. This addition to Epic Games’ popular battle royale game has led to unexpected reactions. In this article, we’ll delve into the details of how the Cybertruck was added to Fortnite, the players’ responses, and the ongoing developments surrounding this issue.
The Cybertruck and Fortnite Update
As of July 23, Tesla’s Cybertruck has been added to both Fortnite and Rocket League. Epic Games’ move has stirred considerable buzz among Fortnite players. The Cybertruck is available as a reward for completing Summer Road Trip missions. Players who successfully complete these missions receive not only the Cybertruck but also other rewards such as the Green Day Jam Track, Back Bling, wheels, and broken glass cosmetics.
This is the most united the fn community has been in months and it's over hating the cybertruck, even epic games employees hate it https://t.co/lD1nyPKIWN pic.twitter.com/ntoF7TARQP
— Fionna (@Alterra_Corp_) July 22, 2024
Players’ Reactions
Rather than welcoming the new vehicle with enthusiasm, many players have united to blow up the Cybertruck whenever they see it in-game. Reddit users have criticized the vehicle for being “overpriced” and reminiscent of the texture-loading issues from the 2020 Cyberpunk game. This has led to a heated discussion among the gaming community.
Even some Epic Games developers have expressed their discontent. Fortnite Associate Producer Robby Williams took to X/Twitter to encourage players with the message, “Blow it up when you see it.” Epic Games Producer Kyle Wynn also supported the players’ reactions, noting that companies are made up of individuals with diverse opinions and adding, “Yes, focus on it when you see it.”
i propose a new fortnite rule: if you see someone in a cybertruck, you are now in a truce with everyone else in the lobby until they’re taken out. this repeats as many times as necessary until everyone that bought this stupid thing is gone. normal gameplay proceeds. https://t.co/jd93Jt11Ex
— DAWNYAAAN 😈💕 DIGIDEMON VTUBER (@dawnyaaan) July 22, 2024
Why the Backlash?
The backlash against the Cybertruck’s addition to Fortnite isn’t entirely clear. However, some players seem to view the inclusion of such luxury vehicles negatively within the game’s context. Additionally, there are comments suggesting that the vehicle’s in-game visuals don’t meet expectations and that it reminds players of issues from the Cyberpunk game.
Fortnite’s Collaboration with Elon Musk
Fortnite has also made headlines with its collaboration with Elon Musk. The game has recently introduced numerous new additions, including Pirates of the Caribbean costumes, the Fortnite Reload mode, and Fallout content. Currently in Chapter 5, Season 3, Fortnite is expected to launch Season 4 in mid-August.
Conclusion
The addition of the Cybertruck to Fortnite has sparked a major controversy among players. Epic Games’ decision to introduce this new content has altered the game’s dynamics, but the reactions from players highlight how passionate and critical the gaming community can be. For more information on the game’s updates and player responses, check out Epic Games’ official site and the Reddit Fortnite community.