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Actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck recently shared his experience playing the battle-royale game Fortnite, which he attempted after observing his son's obsession with the title. Despite his background in first-person shooters, Affleck reported struggling significantly against younger players.
Affleck described being repeatedly defeated by 12-year-olds who would taunt him after securing a kill. The actor admitted that these interactions often led to heated arguments, with him feeling compelled to defend his gaming skills by asserting his status as a grown man.
Beyond the gameplay, Affleck expressed strong disapproval of the game's cosmetic economy. He recounted a situation where his son requested skins for Christmas that cost 300 dollars, a price point the actor labeled a scam because the items are not physical goods.
The actor also voiced confusion regarding the aesthetic choices of the available character outfits, specifically questioning the appeal of items like rabbit hats and tutus. His comments highlight a generational disconnect regarding the value and nature of digital-only content within the Epic Games title.
