Asset flipping is something that every gaming-based digital store tries to stay away from. And when it comes to Epic Games, the developer and publisher of Fortnite, they have to be even more careful. Unfortunately, it seems like its storefront failed to manage and curate asset flips on the platform. Because just recently, it was revealed that some unwanted gaming titles, like Street Striker, are hanging around on Epic Games’ digital shelves.

For those who are unaware of the term, asset flipping is a very distasteful practice and is often highlighted once in a while in the industry. It happens when some developers fail to do any significant progress with a gaming project.

They just acquire the assets found on many engine stores and eventually sell them on major platforms like Steam. However, it is not always possible to identify asset flips.

But right now, the conversation is centered around Epic Games, and the present issue related to it.

Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 1: Latest Item Shop Update Sees Spider-Man Reunite With Popular Heroes

Epic Games Store fails to live up to its own promise

The latest situation came to light when a user on Reddit shared a post that mentioned the asset flips associated with Epic Games. When it comes to why it’s such a serious matter, the CEO and founder of Epic, Tim Sweeney, had announced something promising in 2019.

Now, observing the current situation, it looks like the Epic Games Store has somehow failed to live up to its own promise. Clearly. Because what the CEO said in 2019 is not what is actually happening right now. Instead, it appears to be a total contradiction of what should have been. Asset flips are not healthy to be featuring on any store, let alone Epic.

Trending

11.2k readers Last 30 min

Bandai Namco CEO Gives Massive Update on Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree

September 25, 2023 05:18 pm EDT

Starfield Money Glitch Continues to Exist After Patch Update 1.7.33 and Here’s How to Exploit

September 26, 2023 07:37 pm EDT

10 Best Evolution Cards in EA FC 24 Ultimate Team

September 26, 2023 03:32 pm EDT

Valve to End the Nerve-Wracking Wait as Dr DisRespect Confirms CS2 Releases in Hours

September 27, 2023 02:03 pm EDT

[Update] Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition Makes Another Appearance on the Internet and This Time With an October 6 Release

September 27, 2023 04:45 pm EDT

Get instantly notified of the hottest Esports stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

Asset flips listed on Epic Games Store since early December are Deadly Flight and Street Striker.

What are your thoughts on this entire matter? Did you expect Epic Games to get lazy with its curation?

Let us know in the comments section below.

WATCH THIS STORY: Why is GTA San Andreas so Good?