1.PROBLEM
The updated V-Bucks screen required a clearer method to communicate Fortnite's new currency tiers while adhering to the game's evolving UX direction. The existing layout struggled with several critical issues: a lacking hierarchy, poor readability, and an inconsistent visual rhythm. The central challenge was a design and technical mismatch, with the in-engine implementation not achieving the level of premium polish found in the rest of the live product.
2.Role
Redesigning the entire currency experience in tight collaboration with UI/UX and engineering teams, Bruno acted as the unifying lead. He was responsible for shaping the visual logic of the currency tiers, refining the complex layout for optimal player understanding, and executing the full pipeline. His role required carrying the design through to final in-engine execution, bridging the gap between high-fidelity visual concepts and a seamless, performant in-game interface.
3.Solution
The resulting solution optimized communication and performance by tightening the layout for immediate player understanding. By rebuilding the visual hierarchy, color structure, and spacing, a cleaner, more readable flow was achieved. Bruno executed the redesign directly in Unreal, building bespoke material shaders, smoothing the animation timing, and rigorously tuning the interface. The final product delivered clearer tiered communication, stronger polish, and a flawless visual alignment with the established Fortnite design language.
