PlayStation Plus Owners, Your Fortnite Locker Just Got a Whole Lot Greener (and Free!)
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
PlayStation Plus members can snag a free 'Emerald Gamer' skin pack in Fortnite, which includes a skin, back bling, and pickaxe. Jump on it quickly, though, because these things never last!
Alright, listen up, you magnificent bunch of button-mashers! It seems our pals over at Epic Games are feeling generous (or maybe they just really, *really* like Sony). Whatever the reason, PlayStation Plus subscribers are in for a treat: a free Fortnite skin! That's right, no V-Bucks required for this particular bit of digital drip.
Now, free skins in Fortnite aren't exactly rarer than a decent loot drop at Tilted Towers, but this one, dubbed the 'Emerald Gamer' pack, has got folks buzzing. Why? Because exclusivity, mate. Everyone loves a bit of digital swag that screams, "I'm a PlayStation Plus member, and I get the good stuff!" (even if the good stuff is essentially a reskin, let's be honest).
So, what's included in this emerald extravaganza? You're getting the Sage skin (sporting a rather snazzy emerald hue, naturally), a LEGO Style variant (because everything's cooler in LEGO form, right?), the Snap Axe (perfect for, well, snapping things), and the Silver Mind Back Bling (because everyone needs a bit of bling, even if it's silver).
"Okay, Jeff," you're probably thinking, "that all sounds cracking, but how do I actually get this free loot?" Fear not, my friend, for the process is simpler than crafting a wooden pickaxe. Here's the quick and dirty guide, straight from the PlayStation Store:
1. Head over to the PlayStation Store. 2. Search for Fortnite. 3. Scroll down until you see the 'Add-Ons' section (it's usually hiding somewhere). 4. Look for the 'Emerald Gamer' Pack. 5. Hit that 'Install' button faster than you can say "Victory Royale!" 6. Launch Fortnite and bask in the glory of your new, free skin.
For those of you rocking a PS5, there's an even quicker shortcut. Just head to the "Your Collection" section in the Game Library, select Fortnite, and scroll down to the Add-Ons. Easy peasy!
Just a heads-up, though: these freebies never stick around forever. While there's no official end date listed, common sense suggests the 'Emerald Gamer' pack will probably vanish from the store faster than your health bar in a firefight against a John Wick wannabe. So, snag it while you can!
While you're at it, remember that the Disney promotion cosmetics will disappear on August 31st. If you're feeling the Force, you can still snag the First Order Stormtrooper skin by linking your Epic Games and MyDisney accounts.
And finally, keep your peepers peeled for future collaborations. Rumours are swirling that The Simpsons could soon be dropping into the Fortnite universe. It's all just whispers and speculation for now, but you never know what kind of madness Epic will conjure up next. Family Guy, Bob's Burgers and even King of the Hill could get the call to duty, but for now, as always, take such rumours with a hefty pinch of salt.
Tags: Fortnite, PlayStation Plus, Free Skins, Cosmetics, Epic Games
Original article: Game Rant