Master Chief, the iconic protagonist of the Halo series, has been a beloved skin in Fortnite, much to the delight of fans. The excitement reached new heights when the skin made its return to the Fortnite shop after an absence of over two years. However, this joyous return came with a caveat that stirred up controversy among the player base.
When Master Chief was first introduced to Fortnite, players on Xbox Series S|X were treated to an exclusive Matte Black style. Initially, it was advertised that this style could be unlocked at any time, creating an expectation of permanence. Therefore, the sudden announcement that this style would be discontinued was met with significant backlash.
Some fans even believed that this decision might violate certain laws and regulations, leading to discussions about initiating a class action lawsuit. However, just one day after the initial announcement, Epic Games made a swift reversal. They declared that the Matte Black style would remain available to all owners of the Master Chief skin, provided they play at least one game on an Xbox Series S|X.
This decision was well-received, especially during the holiday season. With many players celebrating Christmas, it was a wise move by Epic Games to avoid dampening the festive spirit with such contentious changes. The community's positive response indicates that this was indeed the best course of action to maintain player satisfaction and holiday cheer.
