The ever-changing terrain of Fortnite’s item shop has brought countless new items to eager players, but a recent development has stirred up a mix of emotions among the community. A highly anticipated exclusive OG style for a Fortnite emote is on the horizon, but it comes with a twist. The emote in question is “Go Home,” which was initially meant to be a limited-time offer. Epic Games had promised that it would only be available for a short period, but they have once again broken this commitment.
The “Go Home” emote was a standard action where a player holds up a protest sign with a faction from earlier Fortnite lore on it. It was first introduced as part of a limited-time event, and after its removal from the shop, players thought they would never see it again. However, after over 2,000 days, the emote made a surprise return to the shop. This move has left many wondering if Epic Games is truly committed to their promises.
As it turns out, Epic Games has decided to honor previous purchases of the emote, allowing those who bought it in the past to keep it. Players who had already purchased the emote have had their V-Bucks refunded, and as a token of appreciation, Epic Games is offering an exclusive OG style for the emote. This move is reminiscent of previous instances where Epic Games brought back popular items, such as the Renegade Raider and Ghoul Trooper.
Epic Go Home Emote Returns (Image via Getty)The introduction of an OG style for an emote is a new development, and it raises questions about what this could mean for the future of Fortnite’s cosmetic offerings. According to sources, the exclusive OG style for the “Go Home” emote could be a slightly different animation or even just a change to the sign that players hold up during the emote. While it’s nice to see Epic Games rewarding loyal players, the frequent introduction of OG styles is starting to feel a bit abstract, especially now that they’re being applied to emotes and not just skins.
The return of the “Go Home” emote and the promise of an exclusive OG style have generated a lot of excitement among Fortnite players. However, it also brings up concerns about the value of limited-time offers and the commitment that Epic Games makes to their community. As Fortnite continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Epic Games balances their desire to reward loyal players with their need to introduce new and exciting content.
Epic Go Home Emote Returns (Image via Getty)As ShiinaBR reports, the return of the emote and the exclusive OG style are a clear indication that Epic Games is willing to listen to their community and make changes to their content offerings. The community has reacted positively to the news, with many players expressing their gratitude for the exclusive OG style. Nevertheless, the move has also sparked a conversation about the importance of limited-time offers and the value that players place on exclusive content.
The Fortnite community is eagerly awaiting more information about the exclusive OG style for the “Go Home” emote and what it will entail. One thing is certain, however – Epic Games has once again demonstrated their commitment to their community, even if it means breaking a promise. The question on everyone’s mind now is, what does the future hold for Fortnite’s cosmetic offerings, and how will Epic Games continue to reward their loyal players? Only time will tell.
