The main purpose of Fortnite, particularly Fortnite Battle Royale, is to be the last player or team standing in a match against 99 other players.
Players compete by scavenging for weapons and resources, building structures for defense, and engaging in combat until only one player or team remains.
There's also a "Save the World" mode where players collaborate to fight off zombie-like creatures and defend bases.
To play Fortnite, you'll need a compatible device, the game itself, and an Epic Games account.
Specifically, you'll need either a PC with Windows 10/11, a console (like PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch), or a mobile device (Android or iOS).
You'll also need a stable internet connection and, depending on the platform, a subscription to online services like PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live Gold.
Understanding the game
Fortnite Battle Royale is a 2017 battle royale video game produced by Epic Games. Part of the overall Fortnite platform, the game follows up to 100 players competing to be the last player or team remaining. Matches begin with players descending onto a large island map, where they gather weapons, items, and resources from scattered locations while attempting to avoid damage from both other players and a continuously shrinking safe zone.
A building system allows players to use gathered materials—wood, stone, and metal—to create temporary structures that can be used for movement, defense, or combat.
The game is organized into chapters and seasons, each bringing updates to the map, gameplay, and cosmetic content.
Players may purchase an in-game currency, V-Bucks, used to buy cosmetic items such as outfits and emotes.
A seasonal "Battle Pass", also purchased with V-Bucks, provides additional content and unlockable tiers.
