Fortnite - (PS4, XB1, PC)

[cdj]

A new IP from EPIC Games:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=84-l6Ct3hAI


Courtesy Stick Skills (http://stickskills.com/2011/12/10/fortnite-is-epic-games-latest-ip/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fortnite-is-epic-games-latest-ip):

Enter Fortnite. The new title from Epic games was unveiled in a trailer at the show, and features highly stylized graphics with characters that closely embody the soldiers in Team Fortress. Director of Epic Games, Cliff Bleszinski described the game as “a game in which you explore, you scavenge, you build, and ultimately…you survive.”

“While we’ve had amazing success with games like Gears of War and Infinity Blade,” he said, “we’ve decided it was time to switch it up a little bit, do something a little bit different, a little bit fun.”

[gschwendt]

First gameplay video I've really watched... love the idea of being able to customize a fort. I haven't really followed this game much... looks like it will be fun.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3z1Gkud9Cc

[JBHuskers]

Damn. The first post was from 2011 :D

[gschwendt]

Here's another video that has voice-over with some additional details.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raLpQ1RFqew

[gschwendt]

Game is currently only announced for PC but this article (http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-07-04-fortnite-ps4-xbox-one) indicates that will likely change. It will be Free to Play and will include Co-Op (everyone on one team against the zombies) and PvP (separate teams that still have to deal with zombies). Right now it's hoped to be released in beta form by the end of this year.

Looks like it will be fun and as a F2P game in a similar vein of Team Fortress, I'd certainly give it a shot.

[gschwendt]

If you're interested in the Alpha, you can sign up here:
https://www.fortnite.com/

[JBHuskers]

So I picked this up and am loving it.

Now they added a Battle Royale mode to compete wtih PUBG, and considering PUBG is light years away from being on PS4, it made my purchase totally worth it.

[cdj]

The developer of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds has hit out at Epic's Fortnite for "replicating" its game.

In an eyebrow-raising press release, Bluehole exec Chang Han Kim slammed Fortnite's new Battle Royale mode for its similarities to PUBG. Kim said his studio was "concerned" and - ominously - stated it would "contemplate further action".

It's a surprising position to take; despite Battlegrounds' huge popularity, it is far from the first game to offer Battle Royale-inspired gameplay. It's not even the first competitor from a major publisher - GTA Online recently launched its own take, for example.

Fornite is muscling in with the might of Epic behind it, and this week announced an aggressive launch proposition: it will be completely free to download and launch on console as soon as next week, eclipsing PUBG's own Xbox One version. It's feels like it's rattled Bluepoint - not least because Epic has mentioned PUBG while talking about its competitor.

"We've had an ongoing relationship with Epic Games throughout PUBG's development as they are the creators of [Unreal Engine], the engine we licensed for the game," Kim stated. "After listening to the growing feedback from our community and reviewing the gameplay for ourselves, we are concerned that Fortnite may be replicating the experience for which PUBG is known.

"We have also noticed that Epic Games references PUBG in the promotion of Fortnite to their community and in communications with the press. This was never discussed with us and we don't feel that it's right."

Link (http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2017-09-22-playerunknowns-battlegrounds-hits-out-at-fornites-replicating)

[Rudy]

THis will be free next year correct?

[JBHuskers]

THis will be free next year correct?

Rumored to be.

[JBHuskers]

I've yet to play PUBG since my CPU won't be able to handle it, but I had a ton of fun on a couple matches of PVP on Fortnite here. This is a great little game, lots of people are bitching that a lot of stuff his hidden behind a paywall, but some say that it isn't the case. Either way I'm having fun with it so far.

[JBHuskers]

Well here you go guys that didn't want to spend on a founder's pack...

Battle Royale FREE

https://store.playstation.com/#!/en-us/games/fortnite-battle-royale/cid=UP1477-CUSA07022_00-FORTNITETESTING1

[cdj]

I finally noticed/decided to download the free Battle Royale mode. Anyone still playing this one? I've been interested in it, so I'm glad I have a free option to give it a whirl.

[Rudy]

I played it once with my son who loves it. Not really for me.

[cdj]

I finally gave it a whirl today (Battle Royale) and enjoyed it. I didn't play around with the actual building aspects, but the rest was fun. For having no instructions or tutorial upon start-up, I found it was relatively easy to figure out what to do for the most part.

Who knows how long I will keep playing or stick with it, but it was fun. Anyone else here play it?

[JBHuskers]

Haven't played it since PUBG came out on XB1, but I'll eventually hop back in. I'll play a few rounds with you sometime CDJ.

[cdj]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WifHFCqNMLg

So, they added a John Wick looking character but apparently it's not actually Wick? (I don't see them using his name or licensing/trademark info.) How long will he stay in the game before a lawsuit ensues...

[cdj]

Anybody else playing this one?


I tend to play Squads on Battle Royale but I don't stick with or run with my squad since most run into firefights and die two minutes in. Last night I single-handedly got my squad to second (others died minutes in) and the team that got first had all four teammates alive, so there was no chance for me.

Also, I've run into a lot of young kids playing online over the years, but I'm pretty sure I've heard the absolute youngest the last few days on Fortnite. Last night a kid sounded so young and high pitched, I thought he might have had the PS4 voice changer on.

[JBHuskers]

I like solo a lot more in PUBG and this because of that sole reason lol

I'm starting to play Fortnite a little more though I prefer PUBG now that season 3 has kicked off.

[cdj]

Cool. Another way for me to die without getting a shot off.

968249444033589249


Actually, if this item is rare and is more of an escape method versus 'death from above,' it might not be so bad.

[JBHuskers]

Yeah I hope to god you can't shoot while using it.

[cdj]

At least now I will finally have a chance at a win.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYv0YCCxXEo

[JBHuskers]

At least now I will finally have a chance at a win.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYv0YCCxXEo

We did take 2nd in duos the other night! :D

[cdj]

The support this game has been getting is unreal.

971905987874574336

The mobile version will support cross-play with PlayStation 4, PC, Mac, iOS and eventually Android.

[JBHuskers]

Thank god PC/console cross-play is OPTIONAL for the mobile game.

[cdj]

Sign-up for the mobile waiting list here. (https://www.epicgames.com/fortnite/en-US/mobile/sign-up)

[JBHuskers]

Sign-up for the mobile waiting list here. (https://www.epicgames.com/fortnite/en-US/mobile/sign-up)

You can still sign up to get an e-mail when Android goes live through here too. Though it's still a few months away.

[JBHuskers]

Ahhh yeah. CDJ, Snoop, & I with a victory and we were all alive to see it! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180325/e92faa0f1e2ac051012749b3a80539d8.jpg

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[cdj]

Fortnite mobile now open to all on iOS.

[cdj]

This new Port-a-Fort looks pretty cool.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53485ZbOXf4

[psuexv]

This new Port-a-Fort looks pretty cool.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53485ZbOXf4

Chris what’s your Epic username?

[steelerfan]

Chris what’s your Epic username?Hello, psuexv. Welcome to TGT! Glad to have you here. Feel free to ask any questions you may have, there are alot of good guys here who will help in any way they can.

Again, welcome!

[psuexv]

Hello, psuexv. Welcome to TGT! Glad to have you here. Feel free to ask any questions you may have, there are alot of good guys here who will help in any way they can.

Again, welcome!

Thanks!! I’ve been lurking for awhile and afraid to take the plunge into an online forum but I figured you guys seemed like a great group of guys. I’ve been burned in the past on a Kansas City Chiefs fan board by this R Jackson guy who talked crazy talk so I’ve been pretty hesitant.

[cdj]

Chris what’s your Epic username?

cdjTGT. Go ahead and add me!

[Rudy]

This game was the highest money maker in mobile last week. Beating out Candy Crush and Clash of Clans to rake in either $4M or $6M per day! I can't believe how much money it is making.

[texacotea]

Seen a couple you guys on last night. Next time I'll jump in to make the 4th

[cdj]

Sounds good, man. Hope you're doing well!

[cdj]

Season four begins today. While it seemed Tilted Towers was going to get destroyed, it ended up being Dusty Depot that was destroyed - and now known as Dusty Divot.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDRrqJU4-Tk

[JBHuskers]

Finally got that elusive first solo win tonight!!!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3rvQd415Ww

[bdoughty]

Finally got that elusive first solo win tonight!!!

Congrats!!!

[JBHuskers]

Thanks dude!

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[cdj]

Not a shock at all. Save the World will no longer be F2P in 2018 as originally stated (for the longest time).


Battle Royale is so popular that it's easy to forget that Fortnite: Save the World, Epic Games' original vision for the game.The PvE mode was supposed to get some new life by joining in Battle Royale as a free-to-play mode this year, but that move has now been pushed into 2019.

"We decided to move the free-to-play launch of Save the World out of this year," explained Epic in a news post. "We’re working on a broad set of features, reworks, and backend system scaling we believe are needed to go free-to-play. Save the World has grown consistently since our launch in July 2017, and Fortnite overall has experienced unprecedented growth.

"Scaling up for the legions of player heroes who will be joining the fight is key to providing an excellent experience. This applies to all of our players, old and new, so we’re taking the time to get this right."

Courtesy: IGN (https://www.ign.com/articles/2018/10/22/fortnite-save-the-world-free-to-play-delayed-out-of-2018)

[cdj]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Jffp5jwtqY

Looking forward to the wave of Bills #32, Carolina #83/84, Giants #17, and my personal pick - Patriots #81.