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All Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2 NPC locations and services
This guide details the locations and services of all 14 NPCs available in Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 2. Players can find characters like The Foundation and Rival Hope scattered across the island, offering services such as hiring for combat support or providing items like the Pro Fishing Rod.
Fortnite adds buildable Star Wars islands, so you can finally make a Mos Eisley Cantina full of flossing Jawas
Fortnite has introduced new Star Wars-themed tools allowing players to build custom islands featuring iconic locations and characters. These tools, available for use in the Fortnite Developer Program, enable the creation of lightsaber battles and narrative scenarios, with creations publishable from May 1st. Strict brand rules govern the use of Star Wars assets within these user-generated experiences.
Morning Mobilization
Fortnite has returned to Google Play, with a video accompanying the announcement. Additionally, Urban Myth Dissolution Center has launched on mobile as a premium release.
Fortnite is getting Star Wars Battlefront like content update, enabling themed Islands come May
Epic Games is releasing new Star Wars-themed content for Fortnite's Islands feature on May 1, allowing players to create custom experiences similar to Star Wars Battlefront. The update includes iconic locations like Tatooine and Hoth, character models, weapons, and hero abilities, enabling extensive user-generated content creation.
How to find and collect all Chaos Cubes in Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2
This guide explains how to find and collect all 70 Chaos Cubes scattered across the Fortnite island in Chapter 7, Season 2. Players must locate specific Points of Interest and follow an exclamation point icon to find these glowing orange cubes, which grant significant experience points upon collection.
To make video games for Gen Z, be authentic
Former Hollywood executive Sharon Tal Yguado stated that while Gen Z and Gen Alpha are not engaging with traditional $70 AAA games, they are actively playing titles like Roblox, Minecraft, and Fortnite. Yguado emphasized that authenticity and community are key to reaching these younger demographics, who prefer influencer recommendations over polished marketing. Astrid Entertainment is developing a co-op game with creative tools specifically for this audience.
Peak is coming to Fortnite in what could be the collab of the century depending on the amount of Bing Bong: "If…
Developer Aggro Crab announced that the character Peak will be coming to Fortnite on March 21st as part of a new bundle. The announcement was accompanied by a teaser showcasing the character's distinctive long legs and a reference to a fan-favorite in-game item, Bing Bong. Aggro Crab also revealed a past mockup of a Bing Bong pickaxe.
After Years Away, Fortnite Returns to the Google Play Store
Fortnite has returned to the Google Play Store after a five-year absence, following legal settlements between Epic Games and Google. Players on Android devices can now access the game, including its latest Chapter 7 Season 2: Showdown content. This return coincides with Google's announcement of reduced in-app payment percentages.
Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2 map – All new locations
This guide details the new map locations introduced in Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 2, driven by a conflict between The Foundation and the Ice King. It lists four new Points of Interest (POIs): Squibbly Shores, Frigid Fortress, Dark Dominion, and New Sanctuary, alongside 14 other major POIs marked on the in-game map.
Sustainable Games Alliance drives game engine energy efficiency with new power-saving plugins
The Sustainable Games Alliance (SGA) has released three new power-saving plugins for Unreal Engine, Unity, and Godot to improve energy efficiency in game development. These plugins dynamically reduce frame rates and rendering resolution during player idle times, potentially extending battery life on handheld devices by up to 15% and reducing carbon emissions. The initiative aims to foster industry-wide collaboration on sustainability.
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Several gaming news items are covered, including the announcement of Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness coming to Nintendo Switch Online, Netflix's plans for a KPop Demon Hunters world tour, and Aspyr denying the use of generative AI in Tomb Raider Remastered. Additionally, reviews for Crimson Desert are mixed, Crystal Dynamics faces another round of layoffs, and updates are discussed for Fortnite and Counter Strike 2.
How to find and defeat the Ice King in Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2
This guide details how to locate and defeat the Ice King boss in Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 2. The Ice King is found at the Frigid Fortress POI and drops valuable loot. Players are advised to focus damage on the Ice King, as his companion Lady Windfrost will perish automatically when he is defeated.
Fortnite Adding Peak Skins That Will Probably Cost More Than Peak Itself
Fortnite is adding skins based on the indie game Peak, developed by Aggro Crab and Landfall Games. The Peak bundle, featuring four scout characters, is set to release on March 21. While pricing is not yet confirmed, the cost is expected to be high due to recent V-Bucks price increases.
I can finally make the UI of my Series X bright pink after the new Xbox dashboard update
Microsoft is rolling out significant updates to the Xbox dashboard, starting with Xbox Insiders. Key features include enhanced folder creation for up to 10 groups, extensive color customization for the interface, and the ability to disable Quick Resume on a per-game basis. These changes aim to improve user interface customization and ease of use, with most features expected to reach Xbox One consoles as well.
Tips For Taking Full Advantage Of Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2's New Weapons And Movement
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 introduces a significantly refreshed loot pool with new shotguns like the Chaos Reloader and a new DMR, the Vector 7. Movement items have also been updated, with Overdrive Grenades replacing Shockwave Grenades and the new Skyline Deployer offering zipline functionality. Many new items are expected to unlock throughout the season based on community progress.
Should you join Team Foundation or Team Ice King in Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2?
Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 2 presents players with a permanent choice between joining Team Foundation or Team Ice King. The primary difference lies in the bonus outfits awarded at the end of the season, with the winning team's leader outfit granted to all players. Beyond this, the choice mainly impacts minor cosmetic elements like emotes.
How to power on a Holotable to help the Foundation in Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2
This guide explains how to find and power on a Holotable in Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 2 to assist The Foundation. Players need to locate one of four Holotables scattered across the new map, interact with it by pressing the E button, and completing this objective rewards 20,000 XP.
How to visit Zero Point Shards for The Foundation in Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2
This guide explains how to find and visit the three Zero Point Shards for The Foundation in Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 2. The shards are located at Squibbly Shores, Frigid Fortress, and New Sanctuary, and are identifiable by a pink circle on the map and a permanent zero gravity effect in their vicinity. Simply visiting these locations completes the quest objective.
Fortnite Battle Royale Map Changes In Chapter 7 Season 2
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 introduces significant map changes, including new snowy and beach-themed biomes replacing existing locations. Two key areas have been taken over by characters featured in the new battle pass, with new points of interest and smaller additions scattered across the island.
All weapons and loot in Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2
Fortnite Chapter Seven, season two, introduces a refreshed loot pool with new and unvaulted weapons and items. The guide details additions like the Vector 7 DMR, Chaos Reloader Shotgun, Bouncing Boomstick, Overdrive Grenade, and Skyline Deployer, alongside returning favorites and special exotic items.