A notable Fortnite leaker has recently given players a glimpse of a unique handcuff cosmetic that might never see the light of day. Fortnite is well-known for rolling out creative cosmetics, often drawing inspiration from various crossovers. However, during the design process, some intriguing ideas inevitably get left behind.
Epic Games has recently launched Chapter 6 Season 2 of Fortnite, offering a slew of new content. The developers have reimagined the battle royale landscape with original locations, weapons, and distinctive mechanics for this season. Players can now execute bank heists using explosives, enabling them to grab top-tier weapons and a special currency that can be used on the black market. As per the tradition with each update, a host of new skins has also been introduced.
In a recent tweet, the well-known dataminer ShiinaBR shared a collection of six designs for a handcuff cosmetic that’s not yet been released to the game. There’s some uncertainty about whether the handcuffs will ever be integrated, as there’s no apparent mechanic in the game that would utilize them. The concepts vary greatly, featuring everything from sleek gold cuffs to technologically advanced ones and some even with a magical twist. Many Fortnite enthusiasts have drawn parallels with earlier rumors about unreleased weapon charms, which also never came to fruition. Seeing initial designs pop up in the game’s files only to be scrapped later isn’t a new phenomenon.
Some cosmetics unexpectedly make their debut without any prior leaks, such as Fortnite’s recent Moments feature. Falling under the music category in a player’s locker, this addition allows players to repurpose their Jam Tracks effectively. By choosing a song and applying it to either the “intro” or “celebration” slots, players can enjoy their selected tracks while leaping from the Battle Bus or celebrating a match win. This innovative feature has been met enthusiastically by the community.
Yet, not everything introduced has resonated well with players, like the Kicks. While the idea of customizing characters with shoes appealed to some, collaborations with brands like Nike and Adidas have drawn criticism for the high prices, with some shoes costing up to 1,000 V-Bucks. To put it into perspective, 1,000 V-Bucks are roughly $8.99. This pricing seems steep, especially when some skins cost only 800 V-Bucks. Still, despite the mixed reactions towards different cosmetics, players remain eager to dive into Chapter 6 Season 2 and explore all its offerings.
