The latest major update for the highly popular Battle Royale game, Fortnite, called Fortnitemares 2023, has recently been launched. However, it didn't take long for its brand new User Interface (UI) to become the subject of intense criticism among the player base.
Prior to this new update, Fortnite hadn't seen any significant changes to its in-game menu system for years, with the last significant update being made during 'Chapter 2'. This lack of changes over the past few years had given the Fortnite community a chance to get accustomed to the existing system.
While Fortnite has progressed through regular updates over the years, the Fortnitemares 2023 event presents a particularly marked departure from the old. The latest update brings a fresh wave of newness to the game, featuring in-game quests, attractive cosmetics, and engaging modes to keep players engrossed, amongst others.
When Battle Royale players logged into the game post the Halloween update, they were welcomed by a significantly altered menu system. This unanticipated shift took many by surprise and stirred up the online gaming community.
Change, though constant, isn't always welcome and this proved to be the case for the Fortnite community. Many players, especially the long-standing ones, express their displeasure about the new UI in no unclear terms across various online platforms.
The new Fortnite UI overhaul has brought about a radical transformation in the game's look. The upgraded look incorporates sleek designs and reduced clutter, making the menu tabs simpler and effortless for navigation. However, these changes have not been favorably received by many players.
The main objective for Fortnite's new revamped UI was to create a layout that is user-friendly, appealing, and yet simplistic. The aim was, while keeping the essence of the game intact, to make the tasks faster and easier for players. However, the rollback of certain features, layout modifications, and the replacement of the characteristic slanted rectangle buttons with curved ones hasn't been well received.
Many players have shared their dissatisfaction online comparing the new UI design with those of streaming platforms and less sophisticated mobile games. The comparison was drawn to highlight the cheap, unoriginal, and unattractive look of the updated interface.
Several long-standing players shared their thoughts on social media. The level of discontent can be summed by a simple statement published by one user which read, 'What the hell is this,' accompanied by a screenshot of the new UI.
The reactions have varied from being moderately unimpressed to downright upset. Some users expressed their opinions in a more humourous light such as one player who responded by saying, 'This is a Fortnitemare.'
However, other users weren't as light-hearted in expressing their thoughts. One stated it to be 'one of the worst UI designs' they've ever encountered in the game. These strong xenophobic sentiments indicate the level of discontent amongst the players.
Criticism flooded in online with thousands of users sharing their thoughts. And unfortunately, for the creators, a majority of these comments aren't showing much enthusiasm or positivity towards the new UI.
Common terms being thrown around in player forums include adjectives like 'disgusting,' 'unbelievably bad,' and 'the worst.' Some even went so far as to declare their hatred for the new interface. Users also voiced concerns about the updated UI construction leading to increased difficulty in usage.
The widespread criticism of the UI revamp, which reportedly took several years in the making, has been quite unanticipated. However, it's still too early to make a final verdict as it's quite common for players to sharply react to abrupt transformations.
Despite the prevalent discontent, it's still possible that the initial uproar amongst users might eventually simmer down as they gradually get accustomed to the new layout. Ultimately, the fate of the Fortnite UI hangs in the balance with the future updates and user adaptability being the key determining factors.