Fortnite, one of the world's most popular games, has reportedly removed police cars in its latest season as protests against police brutality have erupted across the US.
The Wall Street Journal first reported the news, and multiple users on Reddit also noticed the change. Epic Games, Fortnite's developer, didn't immediately respond to CNN Business' request for comment.Police cars in earlier versions of the game were for decorative purposes and couldn't be driven by players, according to the newspaper. Epic Games regularly releases new Fortnite seasons to keep players engaged.
"Recent events are a heavy reminder of ongoing injustices in society, from the denial of basic human rights to the impact of racism both overt and subtle against people of color," Epic Games said in a blog post on June 3."The team is eager to move Fortnite forward, but we need to balance the Season 3 launch with time for the team to focus on themselves, their families, and their communities.
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