Exciting news for Marvel and Fortnite fans: Robert Downey Jr, known for his iconic role as Iron Man in the MCU, is set to return as Doctor Doom. This revelation, combined with Doctor Doom’s appearance on a leaked roadmap, strongly suggests that he will be a significant antagonist in the upcoming season.
One intriguing possibility is the potential for a Doctor Doom skin resembling Downey Jr’s likeness. While Marvel skins in Fortnite have never featured actor likenesses from Disney’s MCU movies, the inclusion of such a skin could introduce a new element of realism to the game.
It’s important to consider that Fortnite already has a Doctor Doom skin from a previous battle pass. Any new version of Doctor Doom would need to be distinct and different from the existing skin to maintain exclusivity. Incorporating a celebrity likeness could achieve this goal, similar to the Tom Holland Spider-Man skin in the past.
Furthermore, skins with actor licenses often have a limited shelf life, potentially due to the complexity and cost of renewing multiple licenses. Placing such skins on a battle pass, which offers exclusive content that cannot be renewed, could be a strategic solution.
While speculation abounds, Epic Games may be due for a battle pass skin based on a real person’s likeness, especially after a challenging summer season. With the divisive reception of Season 3, a more straightforward approach may be expected, but surprises should not be ruled out.
According to Hypex, new mythic items like Wolverine’s claws are anticipated in the upcoming season. These mythic items could add an exciting twist to gameplay, as seen in the previous Marvel season.