How to gift skins in Fortnite

Fortnite, the ever-popular battle royale game, offers a unique feature that allows players to spread some virtual cheer by gifting skins or other cosmetic items to their friends. This gifting system was introduced by Epic Games in late 2018, and it has since become a way for players to surprise their in-game comrades. In this article, we'll explore the ins and outs of gifting in Fortnite, providing you with a straightforward guide on how to gift skins and make your friends' gaming experience even more enjoyable.

How to gift skins in Fortnite

First things first, you need a minimum of 800 V-Bucks to kick off your gifting adventure. That's the cost of the cheapest outfit in the Item Shop. Once your V-Bucks are good to go, follow these easy-peasy steps:

• Hop into Fortnite and Find the Item Shop: When you launch the game, head straight to the Item Shop tab chilling in the main menu. That's where the gifting magic unfolds.
• Pick Your Gift: Take a stroll through the virtual aisles of the Item Shop. Browse the skins and other cool stuff available. Find that perfect gift that'll make your friend do a virtual happy dance.
• Hit 'Buy as a Gift': In the purchase menu, look for the friendly "BUY AS A GIFT" option. Click on it like you're unlocking a secret door to generosity.
• Choose Your Lucky Pal: A scroll menu will pop up, showing off your Fortnite friends. Pick the lucky friend who's in for a surprise. If they already own the chosen skin, a little note will pop up on the right side of the menu – no duplicate gifts here!
• Seal the Deal: Once you've made your choice, confirm the purchase. Now, it's time to sit back and wait for that message from your friend, turning your surprise into a virtual success.
   

What else can you gift?

Fortnite's gifting magic isn't limited to skins alone. You can jazz up your friend's in-game style with other cool cosmetic items, like:

• Harvesting Tool
• Gliders
• Contrails
• Emotes
• Wraps
• Music
• Loading Screens

Just remember, if you're eyeing that Battle Pass as a gift, you'll need some real-world moolah – V-Bucks won't cut it.

Can you gift your own skin?

As much as we'd love to share our skin collection, Fortnite plays it cool. Once a skin is snugly in your Item Shop bag, it stays there. No passing it around like a virtual hot potato. It's yours and yours alone.

What to do if you can’t gift Fortnite skins?

Even in the world of Fortnite generosity, hiccups can happen. Here's a quick rundown of common issues and how to untangle them:

• Gift Limit: You're a generous soul, but the system has its limits. You can send up to 5 gifts in a day. If you've hit that cap, take a breather. Wait for a day to roll by before you resume your gift-giving spree.
• Friend Already Has It: If your friend is already rocking the skin or item you're itching to gift, the system puts on the brakes. Choose something else from the virtual shelves or double-check with your friend to avoid any gift doubles.
• New Friends Alert: Gifting needs a bit of friendship seasoning. If you and your friend haven't been Fortnite buddies for at least two days, the gift won't fly. Build that Epic friendship for a solid two days, and then let the gifts flow.