Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix Update: Terrifying Changes to Fan-Favorite Skin

Fortnite Battle Royale players are buzzing about the recent Chapter 2 Remix update, patch v32.10, which has altered one of the game’s beloved skins in an unusual manner.

As of 2024, Fortnite features an immense selection of character skins, ranging from iconic figures like Snoop Dogg to fan favorites like Chun-Li, thanks to the constant influx of themes and events rolled out by Epic Games. The update on November 13 announced new additions, such as the Ice Spice outfit and the “In Ha Mood” emote, while also introducing characters like Arkon, Champion Drake, and Dark Doggo.

Given the regular updates, veteran players have amassed a sizable collection of skins. Yet, one of the game’s oldest skins, Peely, has raised eyebrows following the recent update due to a striking and unflattering redesign.

Unexpected Changes to Peely Post-Update

Peely skin in Fortnite — Peely’s unexpected visual change. (Epic Games)

Peely, a whimsical banana character first introduced in February 2019, has evolved into a cultural staple and meme within the Fortnite community. During Winterfest 2021, the Polar Peely variant was added, bringing a frosty twist to the beloved skin. However, with the latest v32.10 patch, Peely’s facial features have undergone a perplexing transformation that many players suspect is merely a visual glitch.

This alteration sparked discussions across platforms like X/Twitter and Reddit, notably from user SwitchKid2, who remarked, “They took Peely’s mouth this update.” The shared images highlight the stark difference, showing a mouthless Peely alongside a similarly afflicted Polar Peely.

They took Peely’s mouth this update by u/SwitchKid2 in FortNiteBR

This isn’t the first time a patch has led to odd visual bugs; typically, the Epic Games team addresses these swiftly. Many players echoed similar observations regarding the skin’s altered appearance in the comments section.

Mixed Reactions: Some Players Prefer the New Look

Interestingly, the community’s response to Peely’s new appearance is not entirely negative. Some players have expressed a peculiar fondness for the modified Polar Peely, with one user stating, “Not going to lie, I like Polar Peely significantly better without a mouth. He seems to possess a silent menacing aura with those massive glowing, cold eyes.”

Polar Peely skin — Polar Peely in all his glorious silence. (Epic Games)

Players are left wondering about the future of the Peely skin—one commenter humorously predicted, “The eyes are next, then his legs and arms, and then he will become just a regular banana.” Others lamented that Peely might like to vocalize his distress but is now rendered mute.

Currently, this visual glitch has not been listed on the Fortnite Battle Royale Trello board, where the development team notes community-discovered issues. If this bug becomes more prevalent, it will likely appear there soon. Meanwhile, players can relish the unique trait of a mouthless Peely!

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