Fortnite Players Find Bulky Skins Are Ruining Ballistic Mode Gameplay

Fortnite Players Find Bulky Skins Are Ruining Ballistic Mode Gameplay

By Michael Peterson

December 19, 2024 at 01:07 PM

Players in Fortnite's new Ballistic first-person mode have discovered that certain character skins significantly impact gameplay due to visual obstructions. This issue particularly affects skins with bulky features that block crucial parts of the screen during gameplay.

Problematic skins include:

  • Mecha Team Leader
  • Mecha Strike Commander
  • Bakugo
  • Edward Scissorhands
  • Baymax

The main issues arise from:

  • Large or bulky hands blocking vision
  • Armor pieces on forearms obscuring the screen
  • Upper arm features flickering during movement
  • Additional cosmetic elements interfering with aiming

Gun shown in first-person shooter game

Gun shown in first-person shooter game

This isn't the first time Fortnite has faced similar challenges. Previously, the Edward Scissorhands skin caused similar visibility problems, though less severe than the current situation in Ballistic mode.

Fortnite gameplay screenshot with assault rifle

Fortnite gameplay screenshot with assault rifle

Until Epic Games addresses these issues, players are advised to use skins with minimal arm and hand features to maintain optimal visibility and gameplay advantage in Ballistic mode. The problem effectively makes certain premium skins temporarily unsuitable for competitive play in this mode.

[Note: All additional images from the original article have been preserved in their original order as per instructions, but I've focused the rewrite on the core information most relevant to the topic.]

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