Epic Games has once again stirred controversy within the Fortnite community, this time with significant changes to the "Save the World" mode in Chapter 6.
Once a cornerstone of the Fortnite experience, Save the World has been relegated to the sidelines as the game continues to evolve, primarily focusing on its battle royale and creative modes.
The latest update has left many players feeling frustrated and disrespected, as the changes were implemented without prior notice.
Historically, Save the World allowed players to earn experience points (XP) that contributed to their overall progression in Fortnite.
However, the recent update has drastically reduced the amount of XP players can earn from this mode.
Previously, players could earn a daily cap of XP, but this has now been slashed to a mere nine levels per week.
This means that players who previously relied on Save the World for XP gains are now facing a significant reduction in their ability to progress.
For instance, a player completing an endurance wave 30 run, which would typically yield around 357,000 XP, now only receives a 14,000 XP if they exceed the new weekly cap.
This change effectively renders any attempts to gain XP in Save the World after reaching the cap pointless, leading to widespread dissatisfaction among the player base.
Adding to the frustration, Epic has explicitly stated that players cannot complete Global Daily Bonus Goals in Save the World, further marginalising this mode.
This decision has been perceived as a blatant disregard for the community that still enjoys Save the World, as it seems to prioritise engagement with other game modes over the original cooperative experience.
While it’s clear that Epic Games is focusing its efforts on expanding the battle royale, creative, and other modes, the lack of communication regarding these changes has left players feeling blindsided.
Many believe that Save the World is being phased out, with little hope for its future within the Fortnite ecosystem.
In the midst of this upheaval, Chapter 6 has introduced a plethora of new content, including a Japanese-themed season featuring iconic characters like Godzilla and Baymax from Big Hero 6.
The new season also brings fresh gameplay mechanics, such as wall runs and jumps, alongside a vibrant new map filled with unique locations.
Despite the excitement surrounding the new content, the backlash against the treatment of Save the World remains palpable.
Players are calling for more transparency and respect for the mode that initially helped launch Fortnite into the gaming stratosphere.
As the community grapples with these changes, it remains to be seen how Epic will address the concerns of its dedicated player base moving forward.
With Chapter 6 Season 1 set to run until February 21, 2025, players will have ample time to explore the new features and skins, but the shadow of Save the World’s diminished role looms large over the festivities.
As Fortnite continues to evolve, the question remains: what does the future hold for Save the World?