Fortnite reverses its controversial decision about one of the skins

The iconic Master Chief, the face of the Halo franchise (even if hidden behind a helmet), is a highly sought-after skin in Fortnite. His return to the in-game shop after a two-year hiatus was met with enthusiastic celebration by fans, but a small detail quickly soured the mood.

Initially, an exclusive Matte Black style for the Master Chief skin was offered only to players using Xbox Series S|X consoles. For a considerable period, Epic Games advertised this style as perpetually obtainable. The abrupt announcement of its removal, therefore, caused significant backlash.

Some disgruntled fans even believed this action violated legal agreements and began preparations for a class-action lawsuit. However, Epic Games reversed course within 24 hours. The Matte Black style is now available to all Master Chief skin owners who play a single match on an Xbox Series S|X.

This reversal appears to be the wisest course of action. With many players enjoying the Christmas and holiday season, a controversial move like this would have undoubtedly dampened the festive spirit.