Fortnite Fans Prefer Virtual Anime Pop Star Over Ice Spice

Ice Spice’s recent addition to Fortnite this season has ignited considerable backlash from players, leading many to express a preference for the beloved virtual pop icon, Hatsune Miku, instead. The controversy stems from Ice Spice’s character experiencing technical issues that were deemed disruptive, compounded by Epic Games’ ongoing trend of including skins that some players find unappealing.

The reception has been so intense that one Fortnite enthusiast took to social media to share an edited image of Hatsune Miku in Ice Spice’s place, flanked by fellow rap legends Eminem and Snoop Dogg, who also made their debuts this season.

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This Reddit post has amassed nearly 5,000 upvotes, reflecting significant support in the community for the idea of Hatsune Miku’s inclusion. One user remarked, “I don’t know anything about Vocaloid, but I’d kill for Hatsune Miku in Fortnite,” demonstrating a widespread enthusiasm for the potential crossover.

Another fan playfully added, “I’d simp for the meme status alone,” while a third contributor suggested, “I really want to see a more traditional anime-style skin now that Fortnite has gotten way better at cell shading.” Clearly, the community is yearning for more vibrant and stylistic representation from the anime genre.

Who is Hatsune Miku?

Hatsune Miku boxing — Hatsune Miku appears in Fitness Boxing on the Nintendo Switch.

Hatsune Miku is a groundbreaking virtual pop star and Vocaloid who first emerged in 2007. She is characteristically depicted as a 16-year-old girl with vibrant turquoise hair and has become one of the world’s most recognized virtual singers.

Her journey began in Japan, quickly blossoming into an international phenomenon. Miku captivates audiences with live performances utilizing holographic technology and her synthesized voice. She has collaborated with numerous games, most notably Fitness Boxing on the Nintendo Switch, Persona 4: Dancing All Night, and Magic The Gathering.

The call for Hatsune Miku’s entry into Fortnite has grown persistently over the years. Fans often campaign for her attendance, with some going as far as creating dedicated social media accounts aimed at rallying support for this crossover.

Despite the overwhelming demand, there have been no recent indications that a collaboration is on the horizon. Instead, Epic Games has continued to unveil other prominent associations from popular anime series, such as Dragon Ball, My Hero Academia, and Jujutsu Kaisen.

This season has also seen Fortnite team up with **Gundam**, introducing a game mode reminiscent of classic Titanfall gameplay, allowing players to engage in epic battles with mechas.

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