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Since the beginning, one key feature ofFortnitehas been its item shop, which allows players to purchase cosmetics and customize their in-game character. The cosmetics often feature many different real-world celebrities and artists, including the likes of Ariana Grande as well as the more recent inclusion of Eminem.In an unfortunate turn of events, Epic Games might soon be under fire due to the Eminem skin. The reason why relates to how the developers removed the ‘Rap Boy’ skin, a cosmetic released in collaboration with the musician, from players’ lockers. And now, in a bold move, they have teased the introduction of the cosmetic in the item shop once again.
Eminem to Appear in the Item Shop Once Again
It usually doesn’t take long for a developer to respond in a situation like this, to avoid an angry mob of fans. And just like clockwork, through the game’s official account on X/Twitter, Epicstatedthat an investigation has begun, and players will be updated on the matter soon.
We’re investigating reports that owners of the Rap Boy Eminem outfit aren’t able to see it in their Locker, and will provide an update when we have more info on a fix.pic.twitter.com/Woi7gGgnVH
However, in a bold move, the makers ofFortnitehave added a banner to the game, teasing how the cosmetic bundle, created in collaboration with the artist, will once again appear in the item shop.
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Not only does this have players wondering, but it has made some of them furious, prompting them to ask for an option to get a refund from Epic Games.
Despite being snapped back to reality, it appears that Eminem is set to return to the Item Shop tonight, even though Rap Boy is currently removed from the files.Image VIA@TheAgentShadowpic.twitter.com/1E18hAOG0T
The studio has yet to provide any information on when the skin will be made available to players again, building up the annoyance even more as players look forward to these collaborations made with their favorite celebrities.
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With a full focus on theFortnitecreative mode, as well as recurringcollaborations with some of the biggest franchisesand celebrities in the world, the game has proven in can be a stage for many different types of entertainment.
This creation from Epic Games is too small to be called a video game and can now almost be recognized as a platform instead, offering many different game modes and virtual concerts.
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Additionally, the game also offers the player an opportunity to earn money through their support-a-creator program, along with a payout system set up for creative map makers onFortnitewho want to provide other players with well-defined and enjoyable game modes.
These collaborations have certainly gone a long way for Epic, now the company just has to make sure it keep fans happy when incidents like this arise.What do you think about the Rap Boy skin incident? Are you one of the players who had the skin removed from their locker? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Aaditya Chugh
Senior Gaming Writer
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At Fandomwire, Aaditya has been covering the world of multiplayer and RPGs in the gaming industry for the last 2 years. He writes on anything AAA, like Elden Ring and Starfield, to Indie hits like Stardew Valley, which even got him a place at the table as one of the official reporters at M. Comic Con 2025. Sony, Xbox, Nintendo, you name it, and he will be here to provide you with whatever you might need to stay in the loop.
