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Google Sues Epic; Fortnite on Android Still Bypasses Google Play's Commision
Michael Zegar, 13 October 2021, 21:58
Google is suing Epic Games. As it turns out, despite Fortnite being removed from Google Play, the game continues to make money on Android - while avoiding paying a commission for the Mountain View giant.
Epic Confirms Among Us Inspiration and Announces Collaboration
Michael Zegar, 13 October 2021, 11:06
The dispute between InnerSloth - creators of Among Us - and Epic Games has come to an end. The creators of Fortnite proposed a cooperation between the two companies and officially admitted what they were inspired by while designing the Impostors mode.
Fortnite Blacklisted by Apple; Tim Sweeney Protests
Jacob Blazewicz, 23 September 2021, 13:26
Fortnite won't be returning to Apple devices anytime soon, maybe even for the next few years. Apple has blacklisted the title, as Epic Games' Tim Sweeney reported with regret.
Epic Games vs. Apple; Court Rules on App Store Transactions
Hubert Sledziewski, 11 September 2021, 20:09
A court decision has been made in the battle between Apple and Epic Games, judging that apps available on the App Store may allow purchases bypassing the platform's payment system.
Fortnite's New Event Features the Speech of Martin Luther King Jr
Hubert Sledziewski, 26 August 2021, 20:57
Fortnite does not cease to surprise. Another well-known figure who appeared in the battle royale game is Martin Luther King Jr. His presence is associated with the event „March through time”.
Among Us Devs Comment on Fortnite's Impostors Mode
, 18 August 2021, 19:58
The folks at Innersloth have commented on Fortnite's new Impostors mode, which draws heavily from their popular game Among Us. In addition to expressing their disapproval for the lack of originality, the developers regret that Epic Games did not contact them for a collaboration.
Impostors is Fortnite's New Mode Inspired by Among Us
, 17 August 2021, 18:28
Epic Games' billion-dollar game Fortnite added an Impostors mode, inspired by last year's popular hit Among Us.
Epic Trolled Fortnite Data Miners
Michal Ciezadlik, 13 August 2021, 13:48
As it turns out, speculations about a crossover between Fortnite and Family Guy were debunked. The alleged Peter Griffin skin turned out to be only a joke by the creators.
Fortnite as Open-world RPG? Leaked Image May Hint at New Gameplay Mode
Ignacy Ziarkiewicz, 11 August 2021, 17:42
Circumstantial evidence has emerged that suggests Fortnite will get an open-world mode reminiscent of RPGs.
Ariana Grande's Fortnite Concert Was a Huge Hit; Recording Now Available
Paul Musiolik, 08 August 2021, 20:41
Ariana Grande gave a concert in Fortnite. Rift Tour was prepared on a grand scale, which was appreciated by the community, crowding the servers.
Ariana Grande's Fortnite Tour Coming This Weekend
Michal Ciezadlik, 06 August 2021, 13:22
Fortnite is hosting a special event this weekend. Ariana Grande will perform several concerts on the virtual stage. The event will run from August 6 to 8.
Jose Mourinho on Fortnite: 'This Game is a Nightmare'
Adrian Piotrowski, 01 August 2021, 13:27
Popular Portuguese football manager Jose Mourinho has commented on the impact of Fortnite on footballers in a few blunt words.
Lord of the Rings and FIFA on List of Possible Fortnite Crossovers
Michael Kulakowski, 27 July 2021, 20:07
Epic Games is sending out surveys to Fortnite fans asking about their interest in possible crossovers. The list includes 160 titles of live-action and animated series, movies, games, as well as personalities from the world of music and other celebrities.
Stranger Things, Ariana Grande, Naruto Crossovers in Fortnite
Michal Ciezadlik, 21 July 2021, 13:27
Recent days have brought a handful of more leaks about new content in Fortnite. It seems that the game will becoem a stage for Ariana Grande concer. In the next season we will also see characters from the anime Naruto or elements from Stranger Things.
LeBron James in Fortnite to Celebrate the Launch of Space Jam
Przemyslaw Dygas, 13 July 2021, 15:16
On the occasion of the upcoming release of the new Space Jam, LeBron James will appear in Fortnite. The famous basketball player will be available in several variants and will receive special equipment.
Dragon Ball and Naruto in Fortnite?
Jacob Blazewicz, 03 July 2021, 19:28
Fortnite has had plenty of guest appearances, but will Peely and co. get a chance to meet Son Goku and other anime characters? Leaks suggest that this is what Epic Games plans.
Players Will Fly Away in Fortnite? Season 7 May Bring Zero Gravity
Patrick Kubiak, 17 June 2021, 14:58
It looks like players are going to lose contact with the ground with the release of Fortnite's seventh season, literally. A rumor has surfaced online suggesting the introduction of a zero-gravity area (or areas).
Fortnite Season 7 Starts Today; Superman and Rick and Morty as Battle Pass Skins
Adrian Werner, 08 June 2021, 14:53
Today marks the launch of Season 7 in Fortnite Chapter 2. In it, the game world will be visited by Superman and cartoon heroes Rick and Morty.
Fortnite With Improved Visuals and New System Requirements on PC
Hubert Sledziewski, 04 June 2021, 11:34
Epic Games has announced that Fortnite will receive a graphics-enhancing update at the start of Season 7. This means a change in the game's minimum system requirements on PC.
UFOs Appear in Fortnite Airspace and Abduct Players
, 02 June 2021, 13:46
Epic Games does not drop the pace of dashing out new updates for Fortnite. This time, as part of the ad campaign for season 7 of their battle royale game, a UFO has appeared in the game, here to abduct some of the battle participants.
Fortnite Might Soon Get a New PvE Survival Mode
Michal Ciezadlik, 12 May 2021, 16:48
New information indicates that Fortnite will soon receive Daybreak mode - a PvE open-world mode focused on survival.
We Know How Much Has Epic Games Earned on Fortnite
Bart Swiatek, 04 May 2021, 20:01
Thanks to documents revealed in the lawsuit between Epic Games and Apple, we've learned how much revenue one of the world's most popular games, Fortnite, provides its developers.
Lara Croft in Fortnite, Season 6 Launches
Adrian Werner, 17 March 2021, 13:18
Season 6 of Fortnite Chapter 2 has launched. It brings new single player missions, map changes, pets and a crafting system, among other things. A new battle pass is also available, including Lara Croft and Raven skins.
Special Single Player Mission in Fortnite; Season 6 Begins
Karol Laska, 09 March 2021, 18:38
The sixth season of Fortnite's second chapter will bring players the opportunity to test their skills and explore the further story of Agent Jones in a special single player mode.
Short Nite - Fortnite Hosting a Short Animation Festival
Milosz Szubert, 17 February 2021, 14:14
Fortnite will host Short Nite, animated short film festival, on February 20-21. The event will include Creature Comforts, the Oscar-winning production from the creators of the iconic Wallace and Gromit series.
Manchester City and Juventus Coming to Fortnite
Karol Laska, 19 January 2021, 21:13
Football and Fortnite is a combination we wouldn't have expected. Epic Games has partnered with a slew of popular clubs and signed a deal with a living legend of football.
Fortnite Helped Break Twitch Record
Karol Laska, 12 January 2021, 21:32
A new skin in Fortnite combined with a popular streamer gave unexpected results in term of viewership on Twitch. A new record for the number of people following the broadcast simultaneously was broken.
Fortnite With Improved Performance on Weaker PCs
Paul Musiolik, 15 December 2020, 17:39
Fortnite has added a new rendering mode for weaker PCs. It enables owners of older hardware to enjoy smooth gameplay.
Fortnite Tournaments Canceled; Competition Will Move Online
Paul Musiolik, 06 December 2020, 19:27
Epic Games has canceled the Fortnite World Cup tournament scheduled for 2021. The reason for this is the on-going pandemic and related restrictions, as well as concern for participants' health.
God Slayer Kratos Ends Up Reduced to Dancing Clown
Paul Musiolik, 05 December 2020, 21:57
Kratos' skin has been available for several days in Fortnite. Not everyone likes that. PlayStation and God of War fans despair, while others make fun of the whole situation.
8-year-old Signs Esports Contract and Collects 33 Thousand Dollars
Paul Musiolik, 05 December 2020, 21:42
The story of 8-year-old Joseph Deen proves that a career in esports can start at a very young age. Young Fortnite player signed a contract, taking over 30 thousand dollars for the signature.
Fortnite X Star Wars Reveals New Han Solo Easter Egg
Jacob Blazewicz, 04 December 2020, 20:31
With the new season of the Fortnite Chapter 2, another easter egg from Star Wars appeared in the game. Apparently, the game's mascot shared Han's fate.
God of War's Kratos is Coming to Fortnite
Frozen, 03 December 2020, 17:33
There are many indications that Kratos, the main character of the God of War series, will soon appear in Fortnite, the popular battle royal game from Epic Games.
Fortnite: Chapter 2 Season 5 Launches Today
Bart Swiatek, 02 December 2020, 11:02
On December 1, an event was held to crown the fourth season of Fortnite: Chapter 2. The event attracted a record number of players. Today, the game will receive an update introducing a lot of novelties.
Subscription Service for Fortnite Inbound
Karol Laska, 24 November 2020, 19:28
Epic Games has decided to introduce a monthly subscription to Fortnite, which will provide players with digital currency and cosmetic item sets. The service will launch soon.
Epic's Survey Suggests Fortnite May Get Monthly Subscription
Karol Laska, 10 November 2020, 23:12
Epic Games has prepared a suspicious survey for Fortnite players, in which the topic of monthly subscription appeared. Fan curiosity was fuelled by the graphic attached to it by the creators.
Here's Fortnite With Ray Tracing
Arkadiusz Strzala, 04 November 2020, 12:28
A video published on YouTube shows what Fortnite looks like when running in RTX mode. How much does ray tracing change in a game with such peculiar visuals? See for yourself.
Fortnite Ready for Next-gen; Epic Reveals PS5 and XSX/S Features
Paul Musiolik, 02 November 2020, 21:50
Fortnite is one of the launch titles for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Developers at Epic Games have revealed what awaits us on next-gen consoles.
Fortnite Update to Reduce Game Size by 2/3
Paul Musiolik, 21 October 2020, 14:22
The newest Fortnite PC update will significantly reduce the game's size. Epic Games Studio has managed to cut over 60 GB!
We've Learned Epic's Losses From the Feud With Apple
Paul Musiolik, 11 October 2020, 20:01
Thanks to Epic Games' war with Apple we learned some interesting information. 116 million people played Fortnite on iOS devices and they were more willing to spend money on microtransactions than Android users.
Epic vs. Apple May be Judged by Jury [Updated]
Bart Swiatek, 29 September 2020, 10:26
The lawsuit brought by Epic Games against Apple may not be resolved by a judge but a jury. Normally jurors do not participate in similar trials, but according to Judge Yvonne Gonzales Rogers, the opinion of ordinary people may be very important in this case.
Ray Tracing and DLSS in Fortnite Today
Mikolaj Laszkiewicz, 17 September 2020, 13:38
Today the new update to Fortnite will introduce ray tracing and DLSS support. This is another big step in popularizing ray tracing technology in video games.
Epic Games' CEO Passionately Plays Fortnite, Always Anonymously
Aleksandra Dziwinska, 12 September 2020, 22:21
Tim Sweeney confessed to playing Fortnite. Using a mysterious nickname, he played over 1600 matches. He also confessed that he sold his car collection to become a landowner.
Apple Countersues Epic as the Battle for 30% Profit Cut Continues
Milosz Szubert, 09 September 2020, 15:47
In response to Epic Games' accusations, Apple has filed its own lawsuit, in which it accuses Tim Sweeney's company of breach of contract. The company demands compensation.
Fortnite's Losses on iOS; Epic Demands the Game be Returned to App Store
Jacob Blazewicz, 06 September 2020, 18:23
The removal of Fortnite from App Store and Google Play remains unresolved. However, Epic Games has filed a court order to put pressure on Apple to restore access to the popular battle royale on iOS devices. Reason: Epic Games' „irreparable damage” and a significant decline in the number of players.
Fortnite Will Get Ray tracing and DLSS Support
Adrian Werner, 02 September 2020, 14:49
Nvidia and Epic Games have announced that the PC version of Fortnite will soon receive ray tracing and DLSS support.
Iron-Man and Other Marvel Heroes in Fortnite; No Update for iOS
Jacob Blazewicz, 27 August 2020, 16:15
Fortnite received the second chapter of season 4. Thanks to this, Iron-Man, Dr. Doom, Wolverine and other characters from Marvel universe appeared in the game. Unfortunately, the update did not reach iOS mobile devices.
iPhones With Fortnite Sold for Several Thousand Dollars
Paul Wozniak, 26 August 2020, 19:39
Various auction services offer iPhone with Fortnite installed. Prices for such devices can reach several thousand dollars.
Epic vs Apple - Fortnite is Not Coming Back, but Unreal Engine is Safe
Aleksandra Dziwinska, 25 August 2020, 17:38
There's been a verdict on the Epic Games vs Apple case. Fortnite will not return to the App Store, but developers will not lose access to development tools.
Thor and Galactus Coming to Fortnite
Jacob Blazewicz, 24 August 2020, 22:33
Epic Games is teasing Fortnite players. The comic book released in the game seems to confirm the imminent debut of Thor and Galactus in season 4 of the popular game.