Fortnite is a super popular online video game created by a called Epic Games in 2017. The most famous game mode is Battle Royale, where 100 players jump out of a flying Battle Bus onto a large island. Players look for weapons, shield potions, and building materials to defend themselves. The main of the game is simple: survive and be the last player or team standing to win the Victory Royale!
The name "Fortnite" comes from a clever mix of two : building a "fort" and "night," but it also sounds like "fortnight," which means a period of two weeks. Another reason why the game is famous is its fun dance moves, called emotes. Dances like the "Floss" became viral trends in real life! Kids, teenagers, and even professional players perform these dances when they score goals.
Fortnite is not just about shooting and building; it is also a giant virtual stage! Famous singers and celebrities have held big live concerts inside the game. In April 2020, rapper Travis Scott performed a virtual show inside Fortnite, and over twelve players watched it live at the same time. Other famous artists like Ariana Grande and Marshmello have also performed for millions of gaming fans.
In 2019, Epic Games organized the first Fortnite World Cup in New York City. A sixteen-year-old American teenager named Kyle "Bugha" Giersdorf won the main solo competition and took home three million dollars in prize money! Today, hundreds of millions of people around the world play Fortnite on computers, gaming consoles, and mobile phones, making it one of the most games in history.
