Fortnite gamers have a history of expressing their regrets over missed opportunities to grab certain Battle Passes. From those showcasing specific anime characters to highly coveted original skins, there's a multitude of options gamers lament missing.
Not all gamers had the chance to participate in Fortnite from its 2017 inception. Despite the game undergoing numerous updates in terms of graphics, skins, features, and much more, the introduction of a new Battle Pass every season remained consistent.
Every Battle Pass provides players with the chance to work their way towards unlocking exclusive cosmetics that are only available during that season. However, once the season concludes, not only do these unique cosmetics vanish, but also the Battle Pass, replaced by a new one.
A recent discussion started by a gamer inquired about the Battle Passes others most regretted missing. For this player, the greatest regret was not acquiring the Chapter 4, Season 2 Battle Pass, which showcased Eren Jaeger from Attack on Titan.
This opened the door for many players to express their disappointments with previous Battle Passes they either didn't purchase or couldn't complete. Various reasons were presented in this enlightening conversation.
Some players expressed regret over missing out on the chance to play as widely recognized characters from popular franchises. For instance, one gamer regretted not starting the game when Vader, a Star Wars character, was part of the Battle Pass.
While Fortnite has hosted a variety of Star Wars skins for quite some time, only characters such as the Mandalorian, Ahsoka Tano, and Darth Vader have been specifically linked to the Battle Pass, further highlighting their exclusivity and desirability.
Regrets extended beyond missed purchase opportunities. Some players bemoaned not completing specific Battle Passes, including one who regretted not fully achieving the Chapter 3, Season 4 Battle Pass because of Spider Gwen. The player lamented not realizing her hood-off look required additional levels of play, leading to a sense of unfulfilled disappointment.
Alliances play a significant role in Fortnite, with factions of players often pairing specific character skins. This was illustrated by a player who regretted missing out on the season featuring Mystique, as it prevented their trio from forming the complete 'Gambit, Rogue, Mystique' family.
An especially big regret was shared by a player who had been part of the Fortnite community from the beginning but didn't invest in a Battle Pass until the fourth season. This meant they missed out on the highly coveted OG Renegade Raider and the incredibly rare Aerial Assault Trooper skin.
The Renegade Raider is one of the original Fortnite skins and is highly sought-after in the gaming world. For many, it represents a golden era of gaming and its exclusivity makes it a treasure for those lucky enough to possess it.
The conversation further ignited debates around Epic Games considering the reintroduction of old Battle Passes to Fortnite. One player voiced their frustration, suggesting that 'I see other games leave their passes up all the time. I don't see why it can't happen here.'
The nostalgia tied to these older season passes would theoretically make gamers more inclined to spend money on them if they were made available again. The respondent suggested that 'some would be willing to pay double for an older season pass.'
Whether Epic Games would consider such a move remains to be seen. However, the conversation within the player community indicates that there is certainly a market for it. In consideration of the bitter aftertaste of regret, champions of Fortnite should be quick to complete their seasonal challenges to unlock their desired Battle Pass. Once the season concludes, there's no guarantee these exclusive cosmetics will be available again.