Fortnite Banned Predatory XP Map Videos: Is this good or not?

Imagine finding out that some players were abusing glitches to get a free skip out of the grind and gaining XP in minutes. This is probably one of the reasons why Epic Games chose to erase every video and any content which advocates Fortnite XP maps, predatory in nature. This event was interesting within the community as it brought the discussion of what is the reason for this: is it to protect the purity of the game or does it discriminate content makers that assist in XP grinding?

What are XP Maps and Glitches?

XP maps and glitches are a common thing and have even found a home in Creative Mode of Fortnite. These maps allow players to exploit the game in order to gain XP in huge amounts with little to no effort on their parts, which completely negates the point of gameplay in the first place. These issues were meant to engage players in the game but instead have been massively misused resulting in Epic Games tightening the rules on how these can be used. The Community Guidelines of the company clearly specify that using game glitches for exploits is a violation of the Terms of Service, thus, it extends a warning that such acts will not be condoned.

On the launch of Chapter 3 Season 1, Epic tried to shift the focus of players from cheating to playing the game for actual rewards. However, the game was further damaged due to the number of players who began to craze for any means possible to secure XP. Consequently, Epic is in the process of taking action against all players that engage in the exploitation of such glitches but may as well go after content creators that publish ‘how to’ videos exploiting glitches.

Positive vs Negative Aspects of the Ban

There are several benefits which are connected with the ban of XP map videos by Epic. To begin with, this actually promotes fair competition in Fortnite by discouraging any politically incorrect practices that might distort competitiveness. There are no shortcuts available and therefore it is expected of gamers to spend their time and efforts on learning gameplay and seeking completions to the challenges. This change would probably result in higher satisfaction for players who, attribute their interaction with Fortnite in the manner it was designed.

On the other hand, this decision has negative consequences. The ban primarily impacts those content creators who created their channels around Fortnite XP map tutorial guides. Some of these creators say that they are just trying to aid the players in progressing in the game in a more effective way. If a drastic change in the earnings with opportunities occurs, there is a chance that many would quit their channels, or switch their content away from Fortnite, which could further narrow the scope of gaming content present on the internet.

Long-term Effects on Content Creation

The financial fallout from banning to upload Fortnite XP map videos is not limited to individual creators—it could also affect Fortnite’s overall business model. While discouraging players from using XP maps for fast rewards, Epic might be redirecting players to buy battle pass levels. This has a further parallel to Epic’s business interests, since it incentivizes spending in-game rather than using free exploits to progress.

In addition, it could redefine the manner in which content is developed in the Fortnite ecosystem. As there are fewer channels that deal with XP maps because of the threat of being banned or of losing creator codes, they may start to do more conventional gameplay or creation showcasing.

Conclusion

The ban made by Epic Games on the Fortnite XP map videos has caused heated discussions in the Fortnite community. Many players consider this ban as a step towards fair play and integrity of the game but, the content creators have their uncertain future trying to adapt to the new limits placed around their work. At the end of the day, whether this decree is seen as something helpful or harmful, depends on whose opinion it is.