Players of the popular game Fortnite are expressing confusion and frustration over Epic Games’ decision to remove age content restrictions on skins while continuing to censor music, particularly songs by Eminem. The removal of age restrictions on skins, which are cosmetic items that allow players to customize their characters, was met with backlash from the community. However, players have noticed that Eminem’s songs are still heavily censored in the game.
Many fans were eagerly anticipating Eminem’s upcoming appearance during Fortnite’s Big Bang Event on December 2nd. However, the censorship of his songs has dampened their excitement. Players suggest that Epic Games could have either included a clean version of Eminem’s songs or chosen an artist with more family-friendly lyrics. Alternatively, they propose the option for censorship, allowing younger players to restrict explicit content.
Interestingly, it is not just explicit language that is being censored. A clip shared on Twitter revealed that even the word “prostate” was censored in one of Eminem’s songs, resulting in a comical alteration of the lyrics. This inconsistency in content censorship raises questions about Epic Games’ approach and highlights the need for a more thorough evaluation of their censorship policies.
While the inclusion of suggestive skins in Fortnite suggests a relaxation of content restrictions, the continued censorship of music indicates a different standard. Players are left wondering whether the issue lies in the context of the content or if there are other factors at play.
| Date | Event | Time | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 21 | Epic Games removes age content restrictions on skins | N/A | N/A |
| Dec. 2 | Eminem’s appearance during Fortnite’s Big Bang Event | 1pm CT | N/A |
Source: DOTESPORTS
