Fortnite fans, ever wondered how the opening of Pandora’s Box could’ve been different? Well, wonder no more! A renowned Fortnite leaker, HYPEX, recently unearthed concept art that sheds light on the originally planned mechanic for the box.
Fortnite Pandora’s Box: A Glimpse at What Could Have Been
The familiar image of a singular chain holding Pandora’s Box shut wasn’t always the plan. Samuel Williams, Senior Environment Concept Artist at Epic Games, envisioned a more intricate design. His concept art depicts the box adorned with multiple panels, each secured by a separate chain. Players would’ve had to break these chains one by one, revealing teasers for the upcoming season with each successful destruction.
This method stands in stark contrast to the final version, where a single, collective effort by the community shattered the box, unleashing the chaotic vortex.
Breaking the Chains, or Breaking the Hype?
While the final design offered a climactic moment of community unity, some fans are expressing a preference for the original concept. The idea of progressively unlocking teasers alongside chain destruction intrigues them. However, a question lingers: would this drawn-out approach have frustrated players, or would the anticipation have heightened the excitement?
Epic’s Delay: A Blessing in Disguise?
The unveiling of the original concept art coincides with another interesting fact – Epic Games’ last-minute delay of the new season. Season delays are nothing new for Fortnite, considering the immense pressure to meet deadlines for such a massive live service game.
Looking back, some fans might argue that the delay was a blessing in disguise. It allowed Epic Games to refine the Pandora’s Box mechanic, potentially avoiding a situation where the community grew impatient waiting for each individual chain to break.
The unearthed concept art offers a fascinating glimpse into an alternate reality for Fortnite. Whether the original Pandora’s Box design would have been better received remains a topic for debate. However, it undeniably sparks curiosity and appreciation for the final, community-driven approach that ultimately unfolded.
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