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Fortnite’s New Sidekicks Face Boycott Over Pricing and One-Time Customization

Backlash over permanent appearance locks coincides with Epic surveying users.

Overview

  • Sidekicks, cosmetic pet companions introduced with the current Simpsons-themed mini-season, follow players and can be petted and named, with Peels included in the Battle Pass.
  • Reported Item Shop prices for upcoming Sidekicks range from about 1,200 to 1,500 V-Bucks, putting them on par with or above some skins.
  • Base appearance choices such as size, color, and patterns are permanent, so changing a look requires buying another Sidekick.
  • Players also criticize limited functionality and visibility, noting that non-party members cannot see Sidekicks and interactions are minimal.
  • Highly upvoted community posts urge a boycott, and multiple outlets note player reports of Epic issuing surveys, with no announced changes so far.