Fortnite Remix Update Skin Issues
Fortnite has just launched a new mini-season, revisiting Chapter 2 but with a twist. Musicians now dominate the iconic Agency POIs. As usual, many players are eager to explore the latest Battle Pass and character skins. However, a major question has emerged: why can’t I change my skin in Fortnite?
The game is experiencing significant issues. The Fortnite Remix update has proven to be one of the buggiest releases yet, disabling Creative and Rocket Racing on certain platforms and removing Reload entirely. Even basic gameplay in Battle Royale isn’t free from problems.
Players aiming to revisit Chapter 2 with classic Fortnite skins may face an issue preventing skin changes. This ongoing bug has sparked widespread frustration, as selecting a new skin doesn’t save or remain equipped, trapping players in the skin they wore during the Prelude live event. This bug has persisted since the season launch, and information from Epic Games has been limited.
Epic Games has acknowledged the problem, stating they’re working on a fix. While an initial patch was released claiming to resolve the issue, it fell short. The glitch remains, with some confusion due to Epic’s focus on promoting the new Snoop skin, although it affects numerous skins for many players. There’s been no word on a follow-up fix, leaving players in limbo.
In the absence of further communication from Epic, players have found potential solutions themselves:
How to Fix the Skin Change Bug in Fortnite
With the bug affecting so many, players have discovered two possible fixes:
Resetting Presets: One method involves clearing all locker presets, including skins, emotes, music tracks, and vehicle cosmetics. This fix has worked for some players, but it requires the tedious task of recreating presets due to ongoing locker UI adjustments.
Loading into Lego Mode: Another workaround involves loading into Lego mode, starting and quitting a game, then returning to Battle Royale and attempting to change skins again. This method seems relevant to those affected when the locker update coincided with playing Lego mode, but it may not work for everyone.
Until Epic rolls out a definitive fix, players are stuck with the last skin they had equipped. For those wanting to showcase their best Chapter 2 looks, this bug is especially frustrating. While some temporary solutions might help, an official patch is expected soon, hopefully bringing permanent relief. Check back for updates on this Fortnite issue.
