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Some people drop intoFortnitefor loot.
I drop in to shop.
And lately, Epic Games has been feeding my pop-loving soul.
Im not just chugging shields and dodging sniper fire, Im adding singers tomy personal pop pantheon.
And you know what?
Im here for it.
Ive owned the Ariana Grande skin for a bit.
Theres nothing quite like sparkles, a shotgun, and ponytail physics that laugh in the face of gravity.
Picking up a Victory Crown while dressed in a pastel dream is pure icon behavior.
But my collection is tragically, heartbreakingly incomplete.
Billie Eilish continues to evade me.
Lady Gaga was in the shop for a bit, and I let that one pass me by.
And dont even whisper Mariah Carey near me.
I had one job during the holidays and I failed her.
Oh, shes mine.
To which I say: and?
Let me glide into Tilted Towers with a glitter trail while Doja Cat plays in the background.
But heres the thing - this shift isnt just about having a good time.
Growing up, gaming rarely rolled out the pink carpet for girls.
These pop collabs feel like more than just licensing deals.
They give younger girls encouragement to enter a space that historically wasnt made with them in mind.
And for those of us whove been here a while, it feels like overdue recognition.
Let Me Cook (In Heels)
Im not done yet.
The pop girl Pokedex still has several blank entries.
Epic Games, Im looking for Taylor Swift in her Bejeweled outfit.
Lorde, in all her indie, windblown glory would be fantastic.
Britney Spears deserves her comeback.
And if Beyonce doesnt get a Fortnite skin soon, Ill spiral out.
Chappell Roans already asked to be in Fortnite.
Epic, dont make her ask twice.
To wipe out a squad as Sabrina Carpenter in platform boots.
To ask Have you ever tried this one?
as I shoot my opponent in the face.
And I, for one, am here for it.
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