@Gottscream@ShiinaBR That's missing the point. User engagement was probably stronger with exclusive passes because they were exclusive with no chance of coming back... the game offered more merit. Now, they're turning into followers.
I believe one of the main causes was taking away merit from the pass. Late 2024 was when they announced pass skins could come back 18 months later. After that, I personally didn't care as much about getting everything.
EPIC GAMES LAYS OFF OVER 1000 EMPLOYEES
"Today we’re laying off over 1000 Epic employees. I'm sorry we're here again. The downturn in Fortnite engagement that started in 2025 means we're spending significantly more than we're making." - Tim Sweeney
DISNEY's UPDATE ON THEIR UPCOMING FORTNITE UNIVERSE
• Groundbreaking ways to interact with Disney stories & characters
• Players will be able to craft their own stories and experiences using Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, Avatar & more..
[Noticed by @DrewDisneyDude]
I canceled Fortnite Crew for my kids and myself. I think Epic showing their greed with the price of sidekicks and locked styles along with 2025 Winterfest was that final straw.
Epic forcing you to play other modes to get the extras this season... sealed the deal.
@PizoTV I canceled before this due to them forcing you to play certain modes to get the extras. Also tying Crew to the battle pass... lazy extra styles, etc.