'Fortnite' generated an estimated $2.4 billion revenue in 2018 for Epic Games, making it the market leader in free-to-play games. Nexon's 'Dungeon Fighter Online' came in second to 'Fortnite' with $1.5 billion in revenue.
Video Games January 17, 2019
Remember Orange Shirt Kid from last year's BoogieDown Contest? His mom is now suing Epic Games for using his signature dance move called the 'Orange Justice.'
Video Games January 15, 2019
Epic Games received an 'F' grade for customer service as it failed to address 247 out of 271 complaints filed in 2018. Most of these complaints pertain to problems on its customer service, refunds, exchanges, and even account hacking issues.
Video Games January 14, 2019
How far can you go for 2,000 bucks and an additional 6,000 subscribers? For a 'Fortnite' YouTuber, streaming 10 hours of oftentimes-intense dabbing does it.
Video Games January 14, 2019
The storefront cold war has begun. Ubisoft has partnered up with Epic Games Store, the only place apart from Ubisoft’s own store where 'Tom Clancy's The Division 2' will be released.
Video Games January 9, 2019
Discord just bested Epic Games’ revenue policy by announcing that it’ll give developers 90 percent of game sales starting next year. Steam has reason to be afraid in the coming months.
Video Games December 15, 2018
The digital store war has begun. Epic Games is duking it out with Steam by poaching new titles and making them exclusives or timed exclusives on its new games store.
Video Games December 11, 2018
Brooklyn rapper, 2 Milly, files a lawsuit against Epic Games for using his iconic dance move 'Milly Rock' for its 'Fortnite' game emote, Swipe It.
Video Games December 7, 2018
Heads up, Steam: you have a new competitor. Epic Games, the studio behind 'Fortnite' and Unreal Engine, is making its own games store, complete with a very attractive revenue-sharing policy.
Video Games December 5, 2018
The Nintendo Switch 'Fortnite' bundle, which will be released on Oct. 5, will carry a price tag of $299.99. What does the bundle contain, and is it a good deal?
Video Games September 19, 2018
A UK service noted that 'Fortnite' is one of the online games that have recently been mentioned as a reason for divorce. Relationships are changing over time, with married couples now having to share their relationship with a video game.
Video Games September 17, 2018
Epic Games teamed up with Hasbro to bring 'Fortnite' to toy guns and board games. 'Fortnite' Nerf guns are expected to launch next year, while the Monopoly: 'Fortnite' Edition is due to be released next month.
Video Games September 11, 2018
'Fortnite' players are sneakily acquiring the Galaxy skin, which is exclusive to the Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy Tab S4. They are downloading 'Fortnite Mobile' into the demo units in retail stores to bypass the need to purchase the devices.
Video Games August 29, 2018
Epic Games will soon roll out input-based matchmaking for 'Fortnite.' Once the feature is online, PlayStation 4 players using a keyboard and mouse will go up against PC players, to eliminate the unfair advantage over players using controllers.
Video Games August 27, 2018
Google discovered a vulnerability that allowed hackers to install malware through the 'Fortnite Mobile' for Android installers. Epic Games has since patched the exploit, but it is unhappy with how Google dealt with the security issue.
Video Games August 26, 2018
'Fortnite' is arguably the hottest game in the world right now, which makes it a big target for hackers. Epic Games is urging players to make their accounts more secure, and is offering a free emote in exchange.
Video Games August 24, 2018
Non-Samsung device owners can finally get a chance to play 'Fortnite' on Android. Epic Games has opened up a beta program for those interested, but players will need to wait a bit before actually playing.
Video Games August 13, 2018
The leaked APK of 'Fortnite Mobile' for Android provided more information about the highly anticipated game. Apparently, it will not only be exclusive to the Galaxy Note 9, and that it will be available through a certain app store.
Video Games August 8, 2018
Some parents are reportedly paying up to $20 per hour to give their kids 'Fortnite' tutorials. Players who need extra cash might want to try becoming 'Fortnite' trainers, despite baffling outcry against the practice.
Video Games August 3, 2018
The 'Fortnite Mobile' for Android release date is coming soon, after being a Samsung Galaxy Note 9 exclusive for 30 days. However, the app will not be downloaded through the Google Play Store, which might be a bad idea.
Video Games August 2, 2018
Reports confirmed that physical copies of 'Fortnite' sold prices way above its original SRP. The game was made available as a free-to-play option but still earned close to 300 million in April from in-game purchases.
Video Games June 28, 2018
Gamers are still falling for fake 'Fortnite Mobile' for Android apps, despite previous reports on the malware-laced apps. Instead of learning, impatient Android gamers are still installing suspicious APK files that claim to be 'Fortnite' for Android devices.
Video Games June 26, 2018
The latest 'Fortnite' challenge has players searching for seven hungry gnomes that get them extra XP. Here's how and where to find those hungry gnomes.
Video Games June 23, 2018
Following its launch on the Nintendo Switch, 'Fortnite' will hit Android platform soon. According to the publisher, the target launch date for the Android version is sometime in summer
Video Games June 19, 2018
On Tuesday, June 12, Nintendo announced that ‘Fortnite’ will be coming to the Switch console. However, fans are up in arms over Sony’s decision to block 'Fortnite' cross-play and progression between PS4 and Nintendo Switch players.
Video Games June 14, 2018
Video game developers Epic Games revealed that ‘Fortnite’ reached a significant milestone just in time for their one-year anniversary. There were over 125 million players that were registered to play the survival video game.
Video Games June 13, 2018
A 'Fortnite' player finally discovered a way to get back to spawn island, using a massive bridge and a shopping cart. Previous attempts were blocked by an invisible wall, but apparently, the shopping cart gets through it.
Video Games June 9, 2018
Fake ‘Fortnite’ APKs started showing up online ahead of the game’s release on Android devices this summer. These fake versions of the popular survival game are infecting devices with spyware.
Apps/Software June 6, 2018
Epic Games will soon launch 'Fortnite' for Nintendo Switch, according to a leaked E3 2018 document. Other leaked new Nintendo Switch games include 'Paladins,' 'Dragon Ball FighterZ,' 'Overcooked 2,' and 'Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate.'
Video Games June 1, 2018
'Fortnite' listed the new Shopping Cart item in its New Updates section. What's rather interesting is that players might be able to ride it solo or with a buddy.
Video Games May 30, 2018
PUBG. Corp finally sued Epic Games, following the feud that started in September 2017 over similarities between 'PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' and 'Fortnite.' Gamers, however, are questioning the timing and validity of the copyright infringement lawsuit.
Video Games May 29, 2018
Monthly revenues made by 'Fortnite Battle Royale' continue to impress Epic Games. Gaming industry analysts are confident that the shooter will meet the $3.5 billion mark soon within the year.
Video Games May 28, 2018
Jetpacks in 'Fortnite' are finally available, three months after the originally promised February launch date. Here's how to use the 'Fortnite' jetpacks as well as the best time to use them for both regular and skilled players.
Video Games May 22, 2018
Epic is investing $100 million to make 'Fortnite: Battle Royale' a player in the esports arena. It will be offering that amount of prize money in tournaments throughout the year.
Video Games May 21, 2018
Now that Fortnite season 4 was officially launched, a new list of weekly challenges is up for grabs. There are 10 rubber duckies scattered around the map, and this guide will show players where to find them.
Video Games May 19, 2018
'Fortnite Mobile' will finally launch on Android this summer, but Epic Games did not provide a specific release date. The developer also revealed new features and improvements for the mobile game, including voice chat.
Video Games May 18, 2018
Confused 'Fortnite' players kept taking out their frustrations and voicing their complaints to a hobby shop instead of the game developer. The confusion stemmed from Epic Loot Games being so close to the name of Epic Games.
Video Games May 16, 2018
The new 'Fortnite' Season 4 update is now live, bringing a number of changes, improvements, new features and options, bug fixes, and more. Here are the biggest changes and the patch note highlights.
Video Games May 1, 2018
‘Fortnite’ has released two brand new weapons, the Clinger and the Noble Launcher, for its users to play with. However, fans are eagerly awaiting the alleged meteor attack on the Tilted Towers.
Video Games April 25, 2018
Tyler 'Ninja' Blevins broke his own Twitch record with 667,000 concurrent viewers for a 'Fortnite' charity event in Las Vegas. The event allowed fans and casual players to play alongside professionals and streamers, resulting in a few interesting highlights.
Video Games April 24, 2018
Despite rumors that hinted a new map was on its way to 'Fortnite Battle Royale,' Epic Games confirmed otherwise. According to the developer, its resources are currently busy with other improvements and features being made to the current map.
Video Games April 20, 2018
After almost a week that the guided missile had been removed from "Fortnite Battle Royale," it now appeared to be on its way out until further notice. Epic Games confirmed that version 3.5 patch had caused some issues that affected gameplay, prompting its temporary removal.
Video Games April 18, 2018
Anton Williams, a 'Fortnite' player from North Carolina, kept playing the Battle Royale game even while a powerful tornado ravaged his town of Greensboro. He sounds like the kind of player that you would want added to your squad.
Video Games April 18, 2018
Rumors of 'Fortnite' shutting down quickly spread due to a supposed screenshot of a tweet. However, it proved to be false and Epic Games is not likely to end the 'Battle Royale' mode in the near future.
Video Games April 16, 2018
Epic Games surprised 'Fortnite Battle Royale' players with an announcement that they removed one of the weapons in-game. The Guided Missile has been taken offline temporarily to supposedly fix some bugs with its animation.
Video Games April 12, 2018
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