Olympic Gold Medalist Alysa Liu Sets Her Sights on the Ultimate Fortnite Honor
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Team USA figure skating gold medalist Alysa Liu has publicly expressed her desire for an official Fortnite skin, prompting fans and community members to campaign for her arrival in the battle royale.
The Winter Games have wrapped up, which means athletes and fans alike are returning to their usual digital routines. Team USA figure skating standout Alysa Liu recently shared her post competition wishlist with USA Today, and it turns out the two time gold medalist is ready to join the Icon Series. Liu openly stated that she would love for Epic Games to immortalize her in Fortnite with her very own cosmetic skin. Given her massive success and current cultural momentum, it feels like only a matter of time before developers answer the call.
Liu would be in stellar company if she makes the jump to the island. Fellow snow sports icon Chloe Kim already paved the way with her own in game bundle, alongside major cross industry stars like LeBron James and Neymar Junior. Community discussions are already brainstorming the ideal loadout for a potential Liu bundle. Fans are pointing out that a gold medal back bling is an absolute must, especially since previous Olympic cosmetics left that specific detail out. A dynamic skin featuring her competition outfit alongside her signature off ice winter coat styling would fit right into the game's current aesthetic.
This crossover moment highlights just how deeply modern gaming and competitive sports intertwine. Between athletes proudly showing off their gaming habits, figure skaters skating to pop culture soundtracks, and trading card fandoms thriving in the Olympic village, today's top competitors are thoroughly plugged into digital culture. Epic Games has a golden opportunity to close the loop on this mutual appreciation society. The ball is entirely in their court now.
Original reporting by Chris Hayner at Polygon
Tags: Fortnite, Alysa Liu, Olympics, Epic Games, Gaming Culture
Original article: Polygon