Fortnite players have found another reason to celebrate, as Epic Games is preparing to add a layer of customization to the game with new special profile pictures. This new feature will ensure that players' Fortnite profile pictures stand out, just like posters and usernames in the game. Here’s what we know about this upcoming feature.

Tim Sweeney Confirms Fortnite Players Will Soon Be Able to Choose Permanent Profile Pictures

In a recent discussion on X, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney answered a fan's question about Fortnite costumes and their role as profile pictures. Sweeney revealed that the developers are currently working on a revamped profile picture system. He then stated, "The ability to choose a permanent PFP [profile picture] that won't change when you change your costume is definitely coming."

Image Source: X / Tim Sweeney

Fans discussed that players should be able to use their posters as profile pictures. Another player suggested that this should be the Symbol version of Fortnite, regardless of where your character's costume is in BR.

This is great news for Fortnite players, as the game has limited players to a static icon of their current costumes for years. Unlike other platforms like Steam or Xbox, players have not had the option to upload or maintain a unique image as their permanent avatar.

This new feature could allow players to have a profile picture that follows them across various modes like Battle Royale, LEGO Fortnite, Fortnite Festival, and more, regardless of the costume they are wearing, even on the Epic Games Store.

However, players speculate that this feature could be another type of cosmetic that Epic might add to the Fortnite Item Shop. While not yet confirmed, there is a chance that Epic will showcase Rare and Legendary PFPs in future Fortnite Battle Passes and Item Shop offerings.

What do you think about the upcoming Fortnite profile picture feature? Do you have any ideas you would like to implement in such a feature? Let us know in the comments below!