The Fortnite Team

The Fortnite Team



21 May


Hey Fortnite Creative fans,

As April passes we take a look at the best Fortnite Creative games. Best, meaning these were the most played game modes, maps and islands by the community. We have five new islands hitting the chart including a new Zone Wars. See below for the full top-10 games by genre.

Most Played Fortnite Creative Games by Genre

Genre

Most Played Island

Made By (SaC Code)

Island Code

Box Fight, Competitive Practice

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20 May


The Agency has a new assignment for you! Beginning today, jump into our new Spy Games mode Operation: Infiltration.

Fortnite Operation Infiltration Game Mode

Highly-confidential Intel Cases are scattered across the Island, and in the wrong hands, it could lead to serious consequences. In 8v8 matches, extract an Intel Case from the other team’s turf — or prevent your Case from reaching the invading team’s destination! 

Swap sides after each round and claim victory by winning three rounds out of four. After c...

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14 May


What’s New?

Updated Galleries
More props have been added to Car Gallery A, Sports Gallery and the Shark Prop Gallery.

Islands

​​​​​Bug Fixes
  • FIxed an issue where some Creative Islands would have a seam running down the middle of them when playing/building on mobile devices.

Gameplay

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed some issues where some teammate chevrons would not show up over players while in game.
  • Fixed an issue where players are able to spawn chest on other islands.
  • Fixed an issue where players can interact with a second matchmaking portals while party leader is waiting for the rest of the party to ready up.
  • Fixed an issue where backfilled players are spawned int...
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What’s New?

Updated Galleries
More props have been added to Car Gallery A, Sports Gallery and the Shark Prop Gallery.

Islands

​​​​​Bug Fixes
  • FIxed an issue where some Creative Islands would have a seam running down the middle of them when playing/building on mobile devices.

Gameplay

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed some issues where some teammate chevrons would not show up over players while in game.
  • Fixed an issue where players are able to spawn chest on other islands.
  • Fixed an issue where players can interact with a second matchmaking portals while party leader is waiting for the rest of the party to ready up.
  • Fixed an issue where backfilled players are spawned int...
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13 May


Today we’re excited to confirm that Fortnite will be headed to next-generation consoles at launch. This is the same Fortnite you know and love, ready to take full advantage of the newest consoles.

We’ll be sharing more specific details in the coming months as we get closer to launch. Before then, here are some answers to a few questions you might have.


Is this an all-new Fortnite?

No, this is not a new version of Fortnite. It’s Fortnite optimized to take advantage of the new hardware and features on next-gen consoles.


How will Fortnite take advantage of next-gen console hardware?

While we can’t share specifics at the moment, more powerful hardware will allow us to improve performance and visuals. At launch, the version of Fortnite we...

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12 May


Hey Creators,

Your next Fortnite Creative challenge awaits! Today we're kicking off the Impossibilities event, an open call for games that defy reality and highlight what’s achievable when you free your imagination. In the coming weeks, we can’t wait to share your mindblowing content in the Creative Hub.

What does Impossible mean? Here are a couple of examples to help set you in the right direction: 

  1. Worldbuilding - Artistic maps with unusual architecture or landscapes that are not possible in the real world. Rebuild it in your vision.
  2. Mind-Bending Games - Get out your Bounce Pads, low gravity settings, and crazy labyrinths to enhance gameplay and aesthetics.

Here are some mind-bending Islands you can jump in for inspiration:

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Hey Creators,

Your next Fortnite Creative challenge awaits! Today we're kicking off the Impossibilities event, an open call for games that defy reality and highlight what’s achievable when you free your imagination. In the coming weeks, we can’t wait to share your mindblowing content in the Creative Hub.

What does Impossible mean? Here are a couple of examples to help set you in the right direction: 

  1. Worldbuilding - Artistic maps with unusual architecture or landscapes that are not possible in the real world. Rebuild it in your vision.
  2. Mind-Bending Games - Get out your Bounce Pads, low gravity settings, and crazy labyrinths to enhance gameplay and aesthetics.

Here are some mind-bending Islands you can jump in for inspiration:

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 Hail Commanders,

There be more pirates on the horizon. Protect ye plunder!

Save the World 12.50 Content Update 2

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Hybrid, Dragon Slashes into the Event Store!

“Become the Dragon” - Hybrid
  • Standard Perk: Fire of the Dragon
    • Increases Affliction Duration by 34%.
  • Commander Perk: Fire of the Dragon+
    • Increases Affliction Duration by 67%. Dragon Slash applies Affliction, which deals 15 base Fire Damage per second for 3 seconds
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 Hail Commanders,

There be more pirates on the horizon. Protect ye plunder!

Save the World 12.50 Content Update 2

fortnite-Hybrid.jpg

Hybrid, Dragon Slashes into the Event Store!

“Become the Dragon” - Hybrid
  • Standard Perk: Fire of the Dragon
    • Increases Affliction Duration by 34%.
  • Commander Perk: Fire of the Dragon+
    • Increases Affliction Duration by 67%. Dragon Slash applies Affliction, which deals 15 base Fire Damage per second for 3 seconds
    • ...
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06 May


Let’s get ready to party! The Party Royale Premiere arrives on Friday, May 8, at 9 PM ET.

Dillon Francis, Steve Aoki, and deadmau5 are coming to Party Royale with back-to-back-to-back sets LIVE on the big screen at the Main Stage. Hit the dance floor, chill with friends, or jump into activities in Party Royale.

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No RSVP Necessary 

If you can’t make it right at 9 PM ET, you can still catch the...

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29 Apr


May the 4th be with you! Star WarsTM Day arrives in Fortnite. To kick off the galactic celebration, we’re bringing back lightsabers starting May 3rd along with famous Resistance fighters, First Order villains, and more from a galaxy far, far away.

For a limited time, lightsabers return to the Island. Elegant weapons for a more civilized age, show your Jedi support with green (Luke Skywalker), purple (Mace Windu), and blue (Rey) lightsabers… or unleash your dark side with Kylo Ren’s crossguard red lightsaber.

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There’s a new Spy Game for the Chapter 2 - Season 2 rotation. Your latest assignment is Operation: Payload!

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Valuable Intel has been spotted in a mysterious truck on the Island. As part of a team of eight, take turns either escorting the truck to its destination… or stopping the truck at all costs!

Finishing a round will secure you Intel to unlock more Tech, which consists of essential gear and special skills to add to your Spy Games arsenal. Obtain extra Intel by winning the round or the entire match!
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Arghhhh Commanders,

There be pirates on the horizon. Homebase Status Report... Initiate!

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Blakebeard the Blackhearted:  the Pirate Constructor!

  • Standard Perk: Avast Mateys
    • Increases yarr Cannonball Damage by 20%
  • Commander Perk: Avast Mateys+
    • Increases yarr Cannonball Damage by 40%. Converts R.O.S.I.E to fire 25 cannonballs
  • Team Perk: Blakebeard’s Stash...
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What’s New?

Updated Galleries
More props have been added to the Slurp Swamp, Pueblo and Nature Shrub Galleries.

Gameplay

Bug Fixes

  • Players can no longer access My Island settings while in a game.
  • Fixed an issue where players cannot activate or deactivate phase mode using a controller.
  • Fixed an issue where players can respawn in game modes that has one elimination per round.

Creative Tools + Phone

​​​​​​Bug Fixes
  • Fixed an issue where phone tool settings would be ignored when placing prefabs or gallery items from the quickbar.
  • Fixed an issue where the Cost Preview for items placed from the quickbar were not showing the proper cost on first placement of...
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26 Apr


Unleash the artist inside you!

Participate in our #FortniteSprayContest for a chance to have your art immortalized in Fortnite!

How’s that work, you ask? Use your imagination to draw and create a spray inspired by Chapter 2 - Season 2’s Shadow and Ghost factions. Using the hashtag #FortniteSprayContest, share your submission on Twitter or Instagram.

The contest begins April 27 at 10:00 AM ET and will run until May 3 at 09:59 AM ET. All entries must be submitted during the contest period.

Important: Before getting started, be sure to check out our ...

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20 Apr


With this week’s special event, Travis Scott’s Astronomical, we’re putting together some helpful tips for our content creators to have the best possible experience while showcasing the event with your communities.

  • Review the ...
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17 Apr


Deadpool has decided it’s time to move out of The Agency. As his “best friend” — at least for now — it goes without saying that it’s your responsibility to help him pack. In his Week 9 Challenges, collect his unmentionables and salute his pants to unlock the X-Force style of the Deadpool Outfit! 

Fortnite Deadpool X-Force Outfit

You don’t have to worry about driving him to the airport, though, for the X-Force has arrived to rally the infamous Merc. Wreak heroic havoc and squad up the X-Force, including: 

  • Cabl...
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15 Apr


<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> You’ve been activated to check out Chapter 2 - Season 2’s spy-based, rotating LTM missions. Your action-packed assignments are Operation: Dropzone and Operation: Knockout!

In Operation: Dropzone, fight 20 vs 20 to get 150 eliminations before the other team, all while facing off in smaller Storm circles and securing Intel to unlock new gameplay items called Tech.

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> And in Operation: Knockout, compete in a tournament of one-on-one Squad or Duo battles to see which team comes out on top. The winning teams get more Intel for more Tech!

Tech includes special skills and gear that can ...

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What’s New?

Jungle Temple Prop Gallery and Diner Prop Gallery Updated
More props added to the Jungle Temple and Diner prop galleries. Discover the new additions and how they may be the perfect missing piece to the decor of your island.

Islands

  • Islands must now have at least 1 tag on them in order to be published.

Bug Fixes

  • The phone can no longer interact with the rift console on Hub islands.
  • Fixed an issue where islands with multiple Item Spawners and 20 more items stored experience severe time outs at the start of the game.
  • Props in the island border that are deleted will no longer reappear after reloading the island.

Gameplay

Bug Fixes

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All hands, all hands! The giant comet has returned and we need your help, Commanders. 

Homebase Status Report.. Initiate!

The Blockbuster Questline Returns!

Ray has gone missing. Investigate the comet and gear up to recruit a team of superheroes. Find Ray and bring her back home! Complete the Blockbuster questline to unlock the Mythic Soldier Carbide and the Mythic Ninja Cloaked Star.

Note: Due to the current circumstances, and the safety of the Voice Actors, new narrative events will be delayed for the time being. 

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