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Global phenomenon battle royale game where 100 players fight to be the last one standing, featuring building mechanics and constantly evolving content.
Category
Game
Release Year
2017
Origin
USA
Tags
battle royalemultiplayerbuildingshooterfree-to-playesports
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Fortnite Battle Royale
Aliases
Fortnite BR, Fort, FN
Type
Battle Royale/Third-Person Shooter
Release Year
2017
Status
Active/Live Service
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Epic Games
Publisher
Epic Games
Original Work
Video Game
Genre
Battle Royale, Third-Person Shooter, Survival, Building, Action
Content Information
Synopsis
100 players drop onto an island and fight to be the last one standing, using weapons, building structures, and surviving an ever-shrinking storm.
Main Characters
Various customizable characters and skins, no fixed protagonist
Setting
Ever-changing island with diverse biomes and locations
Themes
Survival, competition, creativity, adaptation, teamwork
Target Audience
Teens and young adults, casual and competitive gamers
Characters
Default Skin
Basic Player Character
The standard character appearance for new players, representing the everyman fighter....
Basic Player Character
Jonesy
Iconic Character/AgentThe Seven/IOMaleAdult
One of the most recognizable Fortnite characters, appearing in various storylines and events.
Abilities: Reality Manipulation, Combat Expertise, Leadership...
Quotes:
"The Zero Point must be protected!"
""I am Jonesy.""
"Sometimes you have to break the loop to save reality."
character
IO Guards
Hostile NPCsImagined Order (IO)Various
Armed guards working for the Imagined Order, protecting IO facilities and attacking players.
Abilities: Combat Training, Tactical Coordination, Weapon Proficiency...
Quotes:
"Eliminate all intruders!"
""I am IO Guards.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
The Storm
Environmental ThreatNatural ForceUnknown
The ever-shrinking purple storm that forces players into smaller areas and eliminates those caught outside.
Abilities: Area Denial, Damage Over Time, Map Control...
Quotes:
"The storm is closing in!"
""I am The Storm.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Battle Bus Driver
Transport OperatorNeutral ServiceUnknown
The unseen driver who pilots the Battle Bus and delivers players to the island each match.
Abilities: Expert Piloting, Route Planning, Safety Management
Quotes:
"Thank the bus driver!"
""I am Battle Bus Driver.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Island NPCs
Quest Givers/VendorsIsland InhabitantsUnknown
Various non-player characters scattered across the island offering quests, items, and services.
Abilities: Quest Assignment, Item Trading, Information Sharing...
Quotes:
"I've got a job for you!"
""I am Island NPCs.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Media Forms
Video Games
Fortnite Battle Royale, Fortnite Creative, Fortnite Save the World
Merchandise
Action figures, clothing, accessories, collectibles
Digital Content
Skins, emotes, battle passes, virtual concerts
Live Events
In-game concerts, movie screenings, brand collaborations
Cross Media Adaptations
Marvel, DC, Star Wars, and other franchise crossovers
Commercial Information
Revenue
Over $9 billion in revenue since launch
Sales
400+ million registered users worldwide
Awards
Game Awards Best Multiplayer Game, DICE Awards Outstanding Achievement
Market Value
Valued Epic Games at $31.5 billion
Critical Reception
Mixed to positive reviews, praised for innovation and accessibility
Cultural Impact
Revolutionized gaming industry, popularized battle royale genre, mainstream cultural phenomenon
Theme Parks
Fortnite experiences at various entertainment venues
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Massive global community across all age groups
Communities
Reddit r/FortNiteBR, Discord servers, YouTube creators, Twitch streamers
Events
World Cup, competitive tournaments, community challenges
Quotes
Where we droppin'?, Victory Royale!, Default dance
Memes
Floss dance, building memes, storm circle jokes, skin culture
Cosplay
Character skins, emote recreations, convention appearances
Fan Art
Skin concepts, map designs, character art, animation videos
Historical Development
2017
Fortnite Battle Royale launches as free-to-play mode
2018
Massive popularity explosion, celebrity endorsements, World Cup announced
2019
Fortnite World Cup with $30 million prize pool, Travis Scott concert
2020
Chapter 2 launch, Marvel season, virtual concerts during pandemic
2021
Chapter 3 launch, continued crossovers and live events
2022
Zero Build mode introduced, continued evolution
2023
Chapter 4 launch, LEGO Fortnite and other game modes added
Related Links
www.fortnite.com
www.enjoyip.com