Fortnite has gained fame for its exciting collaborations, which have brought iconic franchises into the colorful ingredients of this game. Now, there are rumors that Ghostbusters is getting back into Fortnite after a long time away from the game. This isn’t the first collaboration between these two popular franchises, and fans hope this one will be bigger than ever. So, here is all we know about this exciting crossover so far.
Recap: Previous Fortnite x Ghostbusters Collab
The Ghostbusters came for the very first time in Fortnite in October of 2020 for Chapter 2’s Season 4. Timed for Halloween, it had multiple cosmetics themed around the franchise’s iconic look, like uniforms with glider styles after Ecto-1. However, there was some disappointment among fans with the skins being the default characters from Fortnite dressed up as Ghostbusters. Some fans had almost expected some bigger characters to be included with the set, thus shadowing its potential.
On the other hand, in terms of marketing, the whole collaboration rang true to promote Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021) and create hype around the game and the movie in tandem. While some fans appreciated the cosmetics, others felt the crossover could have had more depth. Accordingly, that led to the event being regarded by few fans as one of the more forgettable collaborations from Fortnite.
Details of the New Collaboration
Files referring to Ghostbusters content have reportedly been found among the game’s data, according to trusted Fortnite leakers like @HYPEX, @SamLeakss, and others. Players should get ready, with new dynamics about such things as the introduction of Ecto-1 and “Proton Pack” Boost.
Proton Pack Boost is possibly a new gameplay mechanic or cosmetic item. Meanwhile, the Ecto-1 has already been seen in Rocket League, another title owned by Epic Games. That might be hinting that these will come to the game someday in Battle Royale or Zero Build modes. To put it simply, not much has been revealed, leaving fans to speculate about the possible nature of this vehicle. Most assume that it will only be cosmetic, whereas some say other in-game benefits would be part of it.
Though Epic Games has yet to officially confirm these leaks, the fact that they emerge from solid sources gives credence to the speculation. Should it prove accurate, this is the first return of Ghostbusters in Fortnite in five years since its first collaboration.
Community Reactions and Speculations
The leaks have certainly excited the Fortnite community. Many are buzzed about being able to ‘relive’ the Ghostbusters experience in-game content after a gap of almost two years. Some others still hope to see map changes or other limited-time activities that would involve playing in Ghostbusters lore. This event has revived interest, no matter how much content is delivered in the end.
Some are also speculating over potential crossovers between Rocket League and Fortnite, given that Epic Games published both games. As recently as now with Epic Games tying Rocket League content into Fortnite, there have been a few who believe that Ghostbusters-themed vehicles could serve as an avenue connecting the two games.
Conclusion
Excitement is brewing within the gaming community with the impending return of the Ghostbusters franchise within Fortnite. With more details surfacing, eyes will watch this crossover closely and see if it is worth all the hype. For sure, the return of the Ghostbusters within Fortnite means a new dawn of excitement for the game, which is going to give players something new and engaging to enjoy.
