Fortnite's cosmetic items are highly sought after, with players eagerly anticipating the return of popular skins to the in-game store. Epic Games' rotation system, while providing variety, often results in lengthy waits. While some skins, like Master Chief, eventually reappear after significant absences (even years in some cases for skins like Renegade Raider and Aerial Assault Trooper), the future of others remains uncertain.
This uncertainty particularly affects fans of Arcane, who have consistently requested the return of Jinx and Vi skins. Following the second season's release, this demand intensified, only to be met with less-than-optimistic news from Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill.
Merrill indicated that the skins' return hinges on Riot's decision, and that the initial collaboration was solely for the first season. While he offered to discuss the possibility internally, he offered no guarantees, leaving fans disappointed.
The likelihood of these skins returning seems low. While Riot would undoubtedly profit from their re-release, the potential shift of players from League of Legends to Fortnite due to the skins is likely a significant concern. With League of Legends facing challenges, diverting players to a competitor is a risk Riot may be unwilling to take.
Therefore, while future developments are possible, it's advisable to manage expectations regarding the return of the Jinx and Vi skins.
