Summary
As 2023 comes to a close,Fortnitecame out with a set of updates that made it the most impactful year in the game’s history. WhileFortnitehas had enduring popularity for years, it just unlocked the opportunity to spread even further than before. The developers have shown a willingness to try something new with the game, and there’s a real chance that the new direction could end up as a striking success. Of course, it’s far too early to make any broad assumptions yet, butFortnitehas put itself in a potentially high-reward position.
While it was originally intended forFortnite’s Save the World modeto be the game’s main attraction, the Battle Royale almost immediately eclipsed it in popularity several times over. In the ensuing years,Fortnite’s battle Royale has emerged as one of the biggest online multiplayer games in the world. It has also benefited from a large amount of crossovers with media franchises of all kinds. While Save the World continues to exist, it’s nowhere near the phenomenon that Batle Royale is, and is seen as a side game. Almost any time someone talks aboutFortnite, one can safely assume that they’re referring to the Battle Royale mode, as it receives a startling amount of updates.
Fortnite Has Become More Than a Battle Royale Game
Just a few days ago,Fortniteadded new permanent game modesthat vastly expanded what the game has to offer. These new games are:
Within a matter of days,Fortnitegrew to encompass several new genres. While the game has had events with temporary game modes before, these new developments are far more substantial, and look set to have a major impact on the game’s future.
The amount of intricate details surrounding the new modes, from thesheer size ofLEGO Fortnite’s mapto the amount of licensed tracks in Fortnite Festival show the amount of dedication put into them. With the three new game modes adding three new genres toFortnite, the game’s ability to generate interest from new players has expanded as well. For example, while there were creative maps focused on racing in the past, Rocket Racing brings a fully realized experience for fans of racing games to enjoy. This could be the biggest opportunity thatFortnitehas had to date to appeal to a wider audience of prospective players.
One special detail to note is that unlike Save the World mode,LEGO Fortnite, Rocket Racing, and Fortnite Festival are all free to play by default.
A set of new game modes to play also holds the potential tomakeFortnite’s crossovers even better. Thus far, crossovers have mostly been good for new skins, gliders, and occasional limited-time items. However,Fortnite’s new game modes open the door for options such as:
Fortnitehas so many high-profile crossovers that it’s only a matter of time before the next one. Once the time comes,Fortnite’s expanded selection could increase the value of those crossovers.
At the start of the season, it was unlikely thatFortnite’s first Chapter 5 Battle Passwould be one of the less notable pieces of news surrounding the game. The unveiling ofFortnite’s new game modes has managed to eclipse it, though. At this point, the game is evolving into something much larger than a Battle Royale experience with a lot of playable characters.Fortniteis bigger than ever before, and 2023 will likely go down as a major turning point in the game’s history.
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WHERE TO PLAY
Create, play, and battle with friends for free in Fortnite. Be the last player standing in Battle Royale and Zero Build, experience a concert or live event, or discover over a million creator made games, including racing, parkour, zombie survival, and more. Each Fortnite island has an individual age rating so you can find the one that’s right for you and your friends.Explore large, destructible environments where no two games are ever the same. Team up with friends by sprinting, climbing and smashing your way to earn your Victory Royale, whether you choose to build up in Fortnite Battle Royale or go no-builds in Fortnite Zero Build.Discover even more ways to play across thousands of creator-made game genres: adventure, roleplay, survival and more. Or, band together with up to three friends to fend off hordes of monsters in Save the World.
