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New video! It’s estimated that Epic Games’ Fortnite has 500 million registered players, and, despite being free-to-play, the game has generated revenues of over $26B. Fortnite is a cultural phenomenon, and with its recent collaboration and $1.5B deal with Disney it aims to stay that way for years to come. So how does Epic Games do this? Today we’re looking at the story of Fortnite, and how its constant reinvention keeps it on top. https://lnkd.in/ebakeMst

Magnificent !! Learn more about this amazing feat of UEFN design in our first Unreal podcast episode of the season: https://lnkd.in/eKjSMcKM

NEW Fortnite Time Limits ⏱ and Time Reports 📊! Parents and guardians can now manage and view how much time their child spends in Fortnite and Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN). They'll even have the option to set specific time windows for each day of the week, and allow their child to request more time. You can learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ewRnRZqa

🛠 Just built my dream base in Fortnite! The key? Understanding the terrain and optimizing your resources. Whether you're in Battle Royale or Save the World, adaptability can make all the difference. Who else is crafting their ultimate fortress? 🏰 Fortnite is more than just a battle; it's a playground for creativity, strategy, and survival. Every encounter pushes your limits, and the satisfaction of building something extraordinary is unparalleled. Share your favorite building techniques and strategies for staying ahead in the game! #Fortnite #GamingCommunity #BaseBuilding #Strategy #EpicGames Explore more Fortnite tips and tricks at: https://lnkd.in/gaMRr4qX.

Epic Games will change Payout Engagement Formula! Have you ever heard about the Creator Economy on Fortnite? This is a program which pay creators who can engange players in their own game experiences. Starting July 1st, Epic Games will update the engagement formula, giving more weight to creators who can: 1. Engange new players out of Fortnite ecosystem. (Who create a new account just to play the expirenece). 2. Reengage lapsed players. (Who have played in the past, but does not play for a while). This is a great oportunitty for big Creators who have a big audience out of Fortnite, or Game Studios that already have a successfull game and want create a Fortnite version. Are you interesting in joining this universe? Get in touch with us! ✉ [email protected] #EpicGames #Fortnite #UEFN #CreatorProgram

The Game Awards 2024 It seems that the Asian developers has won the games race this year. Among the nominees for Game of the Year, almost all of them are Asian, with the exception of Balatro, a title that has dropped in among all the AAA titles. It was the guys from Canada. https://lnkd.in/dTgbPiBN Mobile nominations were also taken by Asian market: https://lnkd.in/dudH5Qsw. As for the "Most Anticipated Game" category, there is no need to guess who will win. It seems that the whole world is waiting for GTA 6, including Sony, which is anticipating a boost in PS5 Pro sales thanks to the new episode of the cult game 😊 https://lnkd.in/drBuFe8J Who would you nominate for best game of the year?

🚨Text Chat Coming to Fortnite on December 10! Epic Games has announced revamped text chat support coming to Fortnite across all experiences. This update enhances player communication with three types of chat channels: 💬 Party Channel: Talk privately with your squad. 💬 Game Channel: Public chat with players on the same island. 💬 Direct Messages: Send DMs to friends on your list. Safety First: 🔒 Automatic Chat Filters: Protects personal info and filters mature content. 👶 Under-13 Protection: Safety filters are always on for younger players. 🚨 Report System: A robust reporting tool similar to Fortnite’s voice reporting feature. This major communication upgrade will make Fortnite even more social while keeping the community safe and fun for everyone. #Fortnite #GameDevelopment #SocialFeatures #TextChat #PlayerSafety #EpicGames #UEFN #GamingInnovation #OnlineCommunity

🚨 Big Changes to Fortnite Progression! 🚨 Starting Dec 1, you’ll progress all active passes by earning XP from any Fortnite experience! Play Battle Royale, LEGO Fortnite, or creator-made islands, and level up all passes at once. Here’s what’s coming: 🎵 Music Pass Update: Starting Nov 2, the new Music Pass will progress like the Battle Pass using XP from any mode. 🧱 LEGO Pass: From Dec 1, you can progress the Brick or Treat LEGO Pass with XP from any Fortnite activity! 🔄 Pass Simplifications: 🔸Festival Points retired on Nov 2. 🔹Battle Stars & Studs go away on Dec 1. 🔸From then on, XP = rewards! 💥 New One-Track System: Future Music and LEGO Passes will combine free & premium rewards into a single progression track for easier unlocks. 🔑 Direct Reward Purchases: No need to grind levels! Buy pass rewards directly within limits, making it easier to get your favorite items!

HUGE results for Umi Games brand partner, collaborating with the top CREATORS in Fortnite! 🏆#1 Fortnite Creator 🏆#1 Fortnite UGC Map 🏆94M+ Impressions Reach out to discuss how your brand can reach MILLIONS of Gen Z gamers across Fortnite, Roblox and Minecraft #gaming #brandmarketing #creators #creatoreconomy #genz #genzmarketing