The Fortnite Battle Pass is a pass for exclusive content and rewards that apply to a specific season of Fortnite. It ends at the end of the season and any rewards not earned by reaching specific Battle Pass Tiers are stored, causing players to be unable to obtain them unless they show up later in the store of objects. Since the Battle Pass itself isn't something a player can permanently own, many of us wonder if it's worth buying. Let's take a look at the pros and cons.
As far as we can tell, the only downside to buying the Fortnite Battle Pass is the initial purchase price of 950 V-bucks, or around $10 USD. That's hardly a downside given that compared to most other games, it's a remarkably low price for a Season Pass. Season passes for most games cost between US$15 and US$50.
However, the value of the content included is up for debate, as Season Passes for most other games include access to cosmetics and expansion packs released throughout the game's season. Fortnite is mostly cosmetic, as updates and new gameplay mechanics added each season are available to all players, whether or not they have the pass.
Due to what was mentioned above, determining the value of the Battle Pass is entirely dependent on how much value you place on cosmetics. For many players, cosmetics are nothing more than aesthetic changes that add nothing of value to the way you play. However, for many other players (especially younger ones), cosmetics provide prestige and can help build relationships among their peers.
Even still, the Fortnite Battle Pass can give players renewed interest in the game throughout the season, as new Battle Pass-exclusive content is released semi-often. Although most of the benefits of the Battle Pass revolve around cosmetics, many players who have it also benefit from the exclusive quests and non-groundbreaking additional features provided.
Before you read the answer below, we have one other important thing to note: V-bucks are awarded for reaching specific Battle Pass Tiers. You can earn up to 1000 V-bucks if you reach level 100, which is enough to pay for the next season's Battle Pass. This means that unless you spend those 1000 V-bucks on something else, you can get the Battle Pass every season if you buy it once and reach at least level 100.
To answer the question "Is Fortnite Battle Pass worth it?" » :
- If you just want to play and not focus on anything other than knocking out opponents and have no interest in making Fortnite a social experience: no, it's not worth it.
- If, for you, Fortnite is more of a social experience where you can build social status, or if you feel a sense of accomplishment completing quests and earning rewards: Yes, it's definitely worth it.
For anyone who already owns the Battle Pass, be sure to mention your thoughts on its value (or lack thereof) in the comments below!
Want to get the most out of the Battle Pass for the final season? Be sure to check out our complete Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 guide to help you get to level 100 and get all the rewards!
