Fortnite: Save the World
News, coverage and analysis tracking Fortnite: Save the World across the outlets.- Tom Kane, Longtime Star Wars And Call Of Duty Voice Actor, Dies At 64Voice actor Tom Kane, known for his extensive work in video games and animation, has passed away at the age of 64. His death was attributed to complications from a stroke he suffered in 2020. Kane was notably the voice of Yoda in various Star Wars projects and Takeo Masaki in the Call of Duty Zombies series.
Tom Kane, Longtime Star Wars And Call Of Duty Voice Actor, Dies At 64Voice actor Tom Kane, known for his extensive work in Star Wars and Call of Duty, has passed away at the age of 64. His death follows complications from a stroke he suffered in 2020. Kane's notable roles include Yoda in various Star Wars productions and Takeo Masaki in the Call of Duty Zombies series.
Something for the Weekend – 18/04/26This week's gaming news includes the reveal of Metro 2039 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and Masters of Albion launching into Early Access. Updates were announced for Battlefield 6, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, Fortnite Save the World, and STALKER 2. Several games received reviews, including Pragmata with a 9/10 score, and new trailers were released for 007: First Light and Northgard: Battleground.
Reminder: Save the World in Fortnite's Original Co-Op Mode, Now Free-to-Play on PS5, PS4Fortnite's original Player vs Environment co-op mode, Save the World, is now free-to-play on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and other platforms. Epic Games has overhauled progression, simplified resources, and made the Homebase an explorable environment to encourage players to engage with the mode that originated Fortnite's building mechanics.
Fortnite Save the World is now free to play, and on Switch 2 for the first timeFortnite Save the World, the original co-op horde mode, is now free to play on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Xbox Cloud Gaming, GeForce Now, Amazon Luna, and Nintendo Switch. This move aims to give the mode a broader audience, with new crossover quests planned between Save the World and Fortnite Battle Royale. Existing players will receive several in-game items as a thank you.- Fortnite Save the World Goes F2PFortnite's Save the World mode has officially transitioned to a free-to-play model, as previously announced. This makes the entire Fortnite experience, including its Battle Royale and Creative modes, accessible without purchase.
Laufey comes to Fortnite, alongside a new Rock Band-like feature and Save the WorldLaufey is the new headliner for Fortnite Festival Season 14, launching on April 16, 2026, with exclusive outfits and new karaoke features. The update also introduces a Rock Band-like mode with Mic Vocals and Pro Drums support, alongside the return of Fortnite Save the World as free-to-play. These additions aim to boost Fortnite's popularity following recent layoffs at Epic Games.
No Need for Space Gear — Capcom’s ‘PRAGMATA’ Joins GeForce NOW on Launch DayCapcom's sci-fi action-adventure game PRAGMATA is available on GeForce NOW on its worldwide launch day, allowing players to stream it instantly on various devices. The service is also expanding its availability to India and adding several other titles, including Fortnite: Save the World.
GeForce NOW Brings Day-One PRAGMATA Release and Three Other Games This WeekNVIDIA's cloud gaming service GeForce NOW has added six new games this week, including the day-one release of PRAGMATA and the action platformer REPLACED. PRAGMATA is available to stream at up to 5K resolution with an Ultimate membership, while REPLACED is also available on Steam and Xbox Game Pass. The service also launched its beta in India.
PS Store Drops New Free PS5 Games Including Long-Awaited TitleThe PlayStation Store has added two new free games for PlayStation 5 owners: Fortnite: Save the World and the 3D fighting game Starward. Fortnite: Save the World, a player-versus-environment co-op action game, is now free-to-play after nearly a decade. Starward, published by Wuhan Shengtian Game Network, features mecha girls and multiple game modes, including 2v2 and 1v1 PvP battles. Neither title requires a PlayStation Plus subscription.
Fortnite Save the World Goes Free – The Original Experience Opens Up To AllFortnite Save the World, the original co-op PvE mode, is now free-to-play across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation, PC, and Nintendo Switch. This move removes the previous paywall, making the base-building and survival experience accessible to a wider audience. The mode was foundational to Fortnite's success before the Battle Royale mode gained widespread popularity.
Fortnite: Save The World Is Finally Free-To-Play, Offers A Free Skin For Good MeasureEpic Games has made Fortnite: Save the World free-to-play for all Fortnite players, offering a free skin as part of the launch. The co-op survival mode, which predates the popular Battle Royale mode, is now accessible through the Discovery section of the lobby. Crossover quests with Battle Royale will award XP and cosmetics, including a free skin for completing specific objectives.- Vague Patch Notes: No, Epic Games is not the bellwether of the game industryThis article critiques the notion that Epic Games is a bellwether for the game industry, arguing that its success is primarily tied to the battle royale mode of Fortnite, a cash-in on a trend rather than a creative vision. The author contends that Epic's over-reliance on Fortnite and the underperformance of the Epic Games Store, coupled with questionable business strategies, led to recent layoffs, contrasting this with more diversified companies like Blizzard and Square Enix.
- Something for the Weekend – 14/03/26This week's gaming news includes updates on Resident Evil Requiem DLC, Fortnite Save the World going free-to-play, Epic Games increasing V-Bucks prices, and layoffs at EA's Battlefield Studios. New releases and DLCs like Dave the Diver: In the Jungle, Adorable Adventures, and Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core are also highlighted, alongside a closed beta for Tropico 7. Reviews were published for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Laysara: Summit Kingdom, and Fatal Frame II: The Crimson Butterfly Remake, among others. Early impressions of Bungie's Marathon and Ready or Not's Boiling Point DLC were shared, along with an interview about Rainbow Six Mobile.
- Efter 9 år blir Fortnites första spelläge gratisEpic Games announced that Fortnite's original cooperative survival mode, Save the World, will become free to play on April 16th, mirroring the popular battle royale mode. This shift aims to make the game accessible across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch platforms.
- After six years, Fortnite’s original Save the World mode will be going free-to-play on April 16Epic Games announced that Fortnite's original Save the World mode will become free-to-play on April 16th, six years after its initial release. Players will still need to access the mode within the broader Fortnite platform, which will also be available on Nintendo Switch. This move aims to bring new players to the co-op wave survival shooter.
- How to register for Fortnite Save the WorldFortnite's Save the World mode will become free to play on April 16. Players can pre-register on the official website by linking their Epic Games account to receive special community rewards. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC, NVIDIA GeForce NOW, and Amazon Luna, but not on smartphones or tablets.
- Fortnite Save the World will be free to play from April 16thEpic Games announced that Fortnite Save the World will become free to play on April 16th. Players who previously purchased the PvE mode will receive several in-game rewards, including Superchargers and recruitment vouchers. Pre-registration is open for all players, with rewards unlocked based on registration milestones.
Fortnite: Save the World is going free to playEpic Games announced that Fortnite: Save the World, the co-op survival game released in 2017, will become free-to-play on April 16, 2026. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. Players who previously purchased the game will receive in-game rewards upon its free-to-play re-release.
Fortnite Save the World Poised for Free-to-Play Release - GameHauntFortnite Save the World will become free-to-play on April 16, 2026, after eight years as a paid title. Epic Games is also launching the mode on the Nintendo Switch 2, while continuing support for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Original founders will retain their perks, including earning V-Bucks, while new players will have access to the co-op PvE experience against AI Husks.