Fortnite (franchise) Latest news (4)

Bart Swiatek, 09 May 2019, 15:08

Fortnite got another big patch today, starting its 9th season. Epic Games studio has published a notice in which they describe all introduced novelties and modifications. We also know the details of the new battle pass.

Jacob Blazewicz, 07 May 2019, 21:23

Epic Games has released graphics promoting the ninth season of Fortnite. The materials suggest that the next update will introduce a lot of futuristic content. The start date, scheduled for 9 May, has also been confirmed.

Bart Swiatek, 25 April 2019, 22:38

Vince Zampella from Respawn Entertainment reported that his company does not plan to apply a Fortnite-like development model, i.e. weekly updates, to Apex Legends. Devs plan to deliver new content as it is now, i.e. once a season.

Christian Pieniazek, 25 April 2019, 16:23

Avengers: Endgame has debuted in cinemas around the world, while Fortnite: Battle Royale players can check out timed event inspired by the film. The Endgame module enables characters, equipped with Avengers' gear, to face Thanos and his Chitauri.

Agnes Adamus, 24 April 2019, 22:21

Every success has its price. Fortnite turned out to be a golden goose, but at the cost of team members' health. The employees are extremely exhausted. They are often required to work 12 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Bart Swiatek, 23 April 2019, 16:51

Epic Games announced that this Thursday, April 25, Fortnite will host the Avengers Film Festival. The event is connected with the premiere of the Avengers: Endgame.

Milosz Szubert, 10 April 2019, 22:59

Piper Jaffray published its usual semi-annual report about teenager spendings in the USA. According to the company, young males spend as much as 14% of their income on video games. Most of this thanks to Fortnite.

Adrian Werner, 06 April 2019, 23:50

Prince Harry provoked the ire of gamers by stating that Fortnite is created to addict and such games should be banned.

Adrian Werner, 21 March 2019, 21:23

Fortnite has now almost 250 mln registered users. At the same time, the game broke an activity record - more than 10 mln users have played the game at the same time.

Adrian Werner, 11 March 2019, 14:43

Epic Games can rest easy. The four celebrities that filed cases against the company have withdrawn their lawsuits for copyright infringement and illegal use of their dance choreographies in Fortnite.

Jakub Mirowski, 24 February 2019, 19:45

In response to the growing popularity of the competing Apex Legends, the developers of Fortnite have confirmed that they are considering the introduction of two new gameplay mechanics: respawns and a new voiceless communication system.

Konrad Serafinski, 24 February 2019, 00:55

Epic Games announced that the total prize pool available in Fortnite in 2019 equals $100 million. This includes both the rewards in Fortnite World Cup and other events across the year.

Milosz Szubert, 22 February 2019, 14:25

Fortnite is still doing very well. On February 16th, the game registered 7.6 million concurrent players, which is a record number for a day without any event. The result was achieved in spite of the huge popularity of Apex Legends.

Michael Kulakowski, 20 February 2019, 00:18

Epic Games intends to sue the organizers of the Fortnite Live festival, which took place last weekend in Norwich, UK.

Pawel Krysiak, 03 February 2019, 20:35

A 10-minutes long online performance by DJ Marshmello in Fortnite: Battle Royale was seen by more than 10 million people in-game.

Heros99, 21 January 2019, 15:43

The new season event has begun in Fortnite: Battle Royale, this time inspired by blizzards, snow, and Game of Thrones.

Adrian Werner, 28 December 2018, 14:39

Epic Games' profit for this year is expected to be $3 billion. This is due to the enormous success of Fortnite.

Bart Swiatek, 18 December 2018, 14:15

The upcoming 7.1 update introduces special Holiday events, items, and rewards to Fortnite. Ho ho ho!

Mathias Zulpo, 17 July 2018, 14:13

Moisty Mire becomes dry Paradise Palms, an All Terrain Kart challenges the shopping cart, and an old, rapid-fire friend is making a return. This is Fortnite Season 5.