Summary
Developer and publisher Epic Games has divided its fan base by adding skill-based matchmaking toFortnite’s new throwback mode,Fortnite OG. The recent release ofFortnite’s newest mode managed to attract 1.1 million concurrent players within two hours of its release.Fortnite OGtransports players back to Season 1 of the battle royale, bringing back the original map, loot pool, and game mechanics.
Epic Games has been on a mission to grow and evolveFortniteas both a game and a platform.Collaborations with titles likeMarvel Rivalsare meant to attract new players and expand the game’s player base. Additionally, in 2023, Epic Games added several new modes toFortnite, includingRocket Racing,LEGO Fortnite, andFortnite Festival. The developer recently made changes to the game’s Fortnite Crew subscription to include all of its various passes as well.
The official Twitter account forFortniteposted that the new modeFortnite OGwould now include improvements to matchmaking as well as duos. The introduction of skill-based matchmaking comes with the inclusion of bots, which some fans are unhappy about. Many players were quick to flood social media with heated comments, claiming that skill-based matchmaking and bots ruin the experience and taintFortnite OGas a whole. Fans expressed that the changes make the throwback mode classic in name only. If many players who returned to the game leave, this could be a big blow tothe immediate success ofFortnite OG.
Fortnite OG Has Incorporated Skill-Based Matchmaking
The controversial change has sparked heated debates among players on social media. Recent Reddit posts aboutFortnite OGwere flooded with comments about landing, being eliminated almost immediately, and repeating the process over and over again. While some fans were nostalgic about the experience, others were frustrated to the point of abandoning the throwback game mode. Epic Games has likely made the change to appease more casual players, but many fans who have returned for a classic experience are disappointed with the decision. It remains to be seen how the developer will respond. Recently, Epic Games made major changes toFortnite’s Chapter 6 Season 1 XP systemin response to player feedback. It’s possible a similar thing could happen withFortnite OG.
Many fans feel as if they’ve been on a roller coaster, as Epic Games announceda newFortnite5v5 game mode calledBallistic, a crossover withUnreal Tournament, and changes toFortnite OGall in one day. Some fans have remained impartial where the controversial change is concerned, noting that it’s difficult to appease everyone with such a large player base. With the community divided about the changes made toFortnite OG, it wll be interesting to see what the future of thisFortniteexperience looks like.
