Fortnite enthusiasts are showing their discontent over the pricing of the OG Pass, which is pegged at 1,000 V-Bucks, a cost that many feel is excessive. Expanding its gaming experiences, Fortnite now offers different passes including the LEGO Pass, Festival Pass, and OG Pass. For those who want to unlock all these without multiple purchases, subscribing to Fortnite Crew could be the way to go, combining all game passes, V-Bucks, and an exclusive skin for a monthly fee.
Taking players back to the 2017 vibes, Fortnite OG serves as a nostalgic journey for seasoned players and an educational trip down history lane for new ones. The mode caught on like wildfire, amassing 1.1 million concurrent users shortly after launch. Season one of Fortnite OG was such a hit that it even had its special segment in the Item Shop, featuring rare skins like the Renegade Raider and Aerial Assault Trooper.
Recently, a Reddit user named Classic-Spiral voiced concerns about the OG Pass’s price tag, which matches the main battle pass. Many players chimed in, pointing out that the main pass offers a bigger bundle of cosmetics and a chance to earn 1,500 V-Bucks. Conversely, the OG Pass lacks this premium currency capability, adding to its criticism. Classic-Spiral argued that it should be priced lower since it offers fewer cosmetics.
The sentiment that the OG Pass is overpriced resonates among the community, and some speculate this might be a strategy by Epic Games to nudge players toward the Fortnite Crew subscription. Although some fans perceive the $11.99 monthly fee as a fair deal, not everyone is sold on the idea of a monthly commitment for the beloved battle royale. That said, players still have the luxury of buying individual passes, albeit at a steeper overall cost.
Despite the initial hype, Fortnite OG’s appeal is declining. Epic Games recently announced the closure of the Ranked Zero Build mode’s servers due to low engagement levels. While the shutdown surprised some, others saw it coming, suggesting that Fortnite OG was a fleeting fascination that quickly waned. Still, fans hold hope for what lies ahead for Fortnite, undeterred by these challenges with pass pricing and Fortnite OG’s brief sparkle.
