Fortnite Cover Art

Fortnite

4.5
Like
Favorite

In the latest update to Fortnite, team up with an all-new cast in Season 7, Invasion! Join in with the latest updates and explore what it's like to play with an invading alien army. Explore new locations, UFOs, loot, and abilities.[read more below]

Official third party sources:

Official Links

(includes external links)

GameSnort does not officially represent or develop Fortnite. Copyrights belong to the respective parties. NOTE: The following articles, comments, videos, and other review material include links to the Official Website or other Legal Sources for the game.

Fortnite Screenshot #1 zoom Fortnite Screenshot #2 zoom Fortnite Screenshot #3 zoom Fortnite Screenshot #4 zoom Fortnite Screenshot #5 zoom Fortnite Screenshot #6 zoom Fortnite Screenshot #7 zoom Fortnite Screenshot #8 zoom Fortnite Screenshot #9 zoom

Fortnite Chapter 2: Leaner and Better

Latest Updates

Chapter 2, Season 7: Invasion

In the latest update to Fortnite, watch out for aliens as they take over the island in Season 7, Invasion! Join in with the latest updates and explore what it's like to fly UFOs and more. Explore new locations, loot, and abilities.

There is a spaceship full of new characters in this update, with some amazing new scenery, and epic gameplay.

Fortnite Season 7: Invasion

iOS and Mac Users

Unfortunately, due to the ongoing app store battle between Apple and Epic Games, the latest update to Fortnite is not available on iOS or Mac. Furthermore, cross-play is no longer available between iOS and Mac and other platforms.

Introduction

Fortnite is an online multiplayer game developed by Epic Games that released in July 2017. There are two editions available for the game: Battle Royale and Save the World. The Battle Royale edition is free to play and offers a massive library of downloadable content to enhance the experience. The game is available across several systems including Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.

Battle Royale has recently undergone a huge overhaul, leading to a retitle of the game as Fortnite Chapter 2. Though the game was largely overhauled through a few new additions and a great deal of vaulted content, much of what made the game a hit is still present in the new iteration.

Concept

If you're interested in Fortnite, it's almost certainly because of the Battle Royale mode. A relatively late addition to the game's development, it features players taking on ninety-nine other characters in an attempt to be the person standing on a deserted island. As the game has developed, you've gained the ability to take on other players as part of a two-person team or a small squad, but the basics remain the same.

The big change in Chapter 2 is the destruction of the old island and the replacement of an entirely new landscape. You'll notice a few familiar landmarks and some names that seem very similar, but this is basically an entirely new experience. Now you're not just fighting for the thrill of the hunt - virtually every action that you take earns you experience points. The game now very much prioritize doing things rather than hiding, making it a much more frantic experience than before.

Fortnite Chapter 2 New Map Image source: epicgames.com

It should be noted that the "Save The World" version of the game still exists in roughly the same state as when the game was launched. There was no dramatic overhaul of the players vs. Husk defense game, though there has been a roadmap that plans out where this version of the game is going. Save the World is still a pay-to-play game for the foreseeable future, and it's still one that uses many of the same building and shooting skills that have made the spinoff so much fun.

Graphics & Audio

Fortnite employs a cartoonish style of graphics that are vibrant in color and theme. The graphics are powered by the Unreal Engine. The game supports 4K ultra high definition resolution for PC systems. Certain graphics can be tweaked on PC systems to meet gameplay needs. It is recommended to use a powerful graphics card for optimum display.

The shading, lighting, and particle effects bring the game to life to create a captivating and immersive experience. Players can chat with anyone from around the world through high-quality audio. The game offers many configuration options for the graphics and audio across all gaming systems, with new releases significantly upping the quality of both the visual and audio presentations.

Gameplay

A fair bit of what makes Chapter 2 so special isn't necessarily the gameplay elements that have been added, but rather what's been taken away. Yes, this new version does introduce fun gimmicks like being able to pick up fallen players and the ever-useful fishing pole, but what's more surprising is that it got rid of a lot of what's been added over the course of the last several years. Amazingly, Chapter 2 really seems to be much better for all the trimming that it's done.

Chapter 2 is very much a battle royale shooter at its best. You're still going to drop out of the familiar party bus, but once you're on the ground you'll absolutely find yourself in a world that's just a little more competitive than what you once found. There are no more vehicles, no more mechs, and for better or worse there are no fun little additions that help you zoom around the map or take out players from a position of relative safety. There's you, the cover you can find, and the cover you can make. It adds a real sense of tension that the game has been lacking for some time, especially if you've not yet memorized the new map.

Conclusion

Fortnite is an immersive game that really caters to the online gaming crowd, both through its excellent ability to stay relevant and its constantly-evolving game-play. Though the game itself has gone through a fairly huge update, most of what was at the core of the game hasn't changed. Those expecting something bigger from the Chapter 2 update might be disappointed, but those who wanted Fortnite to return to a leaner, more combat-focused version of itself are definitely going to be happy.

Summary

Fortnite remains a unique gaming experience, now leaner and more accessible than ever.

Professional Critic Profile

31 reviews on GameSnort

Comments

No images, markdown, or HTML currently supported

0 of 1000

k
kennye
94 weeks ago
hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi and a hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi
Reply
R
Rachel
94 weeks ago
I love playing fortnite thats why i download fortnite on my lenovo that i got from school 2 days ago
Reply
K
Kashmir
99 weeks ago
ggg
Reply
K
Kashmir
99 weeks ago
hi
Reply
K
Kree
100 weeks ago
i really like fortinte
Reply
R
Rachel
106 weeks ago
LET ME PLAY!!!!!
Reply
N
Nazaria
118 weeks ago
aka coputer
Reply
N
Nazaria
118 weeks ago
how do i play i am on a crome book
Reply
N
NYLA
118 weeks ago
hi it is a willing to have fortnite tax you
Reply
l
laurie
123 weeks ago
you bad at fortnite
Reply
K
Kianna
123 weeks ago
i cant play fortnite
Reply
K
Kianna
123 weeks ago
i have 100 beatle pss
Reply
g
gayla
124 weeks ago
how do i get fort nit mobile
Reply
B
Burner40
143 weeks ago
i love fortnite i have 213 skins but my pc broke im sooooo sad man
Reply
E
EVER
149 weeks ago
i have 129 skins we are on chapter 2 season 6
Reply
W
Wilmay
150 weeks ago
I Love to
Reply
W
Wilmay
150 weeks ago
hi
Reply
D
Dominic
128 weeks ago
hi
Reply
G
Gabriel
152 weeks ago
love fortnite very much
Reply
N
Nicolas
153 weeks ago
I FREAKING LOVE FORTNITE
Reply
j
jose
154 weeks ago
ur dum dogwater
Reply
B
B
149 weeks ago
right back at you ;)
Reply
J
Junhao
124 weeks ago
Fortnite is just a dogwater copy off of the game PUBG. Can't change my opinion but I feel like it's a 8 year old stupid game for babies.
Reply
D
Dominic
128 weeks ago
ok why that
Reply
V
V
155 weeks ago
i need to change my epic on fort
Reply
A
Amy
178 weeks ago
Fortnite on console is awesome I suggest over COD. 10/10!
Reply
A
Anthony
179 weeks ago
hi
Reply
C
Connor
182 weeks ago
How do i install fortnite
Reply
K
Kianna
123 weeks ago
are you no a xbox1
Reply
L
Leah
182 weeks ago
how do i download?
Reply
O
Oluwanifemi
184 weeks ago
I do not know
Reply
O
Oluwanifemi
184 weeks ago
Hi
Reply
L
Lily
184 weeks ago
How do i download this?
Reply
l
llx._.
185 weeks ago
I read the comments and they are talking about how good this game is so ill download it :D
Reply
J
Jaiden
186 weeks ago
BULTIPLAYER BOBIN BOINGS
Reply
D
Delroy
190 weeks ago
hi
Reply
M
Marie
186 weeks ago
Why...Hello
Reply
M
Mylene
194 weeks ago
guys anyone wanna play
Reply
P
PustebLume
195 weeks ago
hello fortnite me game ()Epic
Reply
j
justin
195 weeks ago
btw gamesnort your games are awesome especially fortnite
Reply
o
osman
195 weeks ago
FORTNITE GEMAS
Reply
O
Ore
195 weeks ago
Am SO SORRY DEARS i have been saying Fornite BUT is fortnite
Reply
K
KEYSIEL
179 weeks ago
i got the battle pass and im tear 375
Reply
K
KEYSIEL
179 weeks ago
hi epic game
Reply

Disclaimer

  1. This is a review site, and not a place to download games. All content on this site is copyright GameSnort. GameSnort reviews are written in-house and by respected third-party authors with their consent and renumeration.
  2. Official links, where they appear, link to legal sources such as Steam, the Playstation Store, Windows Store, Nintendo Store, Google Play Store, iOS Store, GOG, Humble Bundle, and GameZerg.

From the Developers

What follows is the official description of Fortnite, from the developers.


Fortnite, developed and published by Epic Games in 2017, is one of the most popular games in the world. It offers three different game modes for players: Fortnite Save the World, which is a co-op shooter and survival game where players have to fight zombie type creatures and build defences to survive. Next up, is the most popular mode, Fortnite Battle Royale. Battle Royale is a free-to-play battle royale action shooter where you play against 100 other players to see who is the last player standing. During the play, there is a storm that continuously shrinks the map making it more challenging and exciting as the gameplay area shrinks. Lastly, there is Fortnite Creative, where players can build their maps and battle areas.

Save the World is available only on Windows, Mac OS X, Playstation 4, and Xbox One.

Battle Royale is available across Windows, Mac OS X, Playstation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.

Epic Games recently released the latest version of Fortnite Battle Royale: Chapter 2. In Chapter 2, players get a brand new map with 13 new locations, new gameplay including swimming and fishing, the ability to help your squad by repairing injuries and moving teammates to safety. There are also new emotes, including high fives, improved combat, a new and improved XP system, and more.

What do you think?

Let us know what you think of this review, or help us by sending in your own review! Who knows, maybe you could get your dream job...

Fortnite Videos

FAQ for Fortnite

It looks like we don't have any questions to answer about Fortnite!

You may find what you are looking for in our comments section.