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Fortnite's New Star Wars Map-Making Tools Go Live, But With Some Catches
Epic Games has launched new map-making tools for Fortnite, allowing players to create Star Wars-inspired islands using the Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN). This feature, part of Disney's investment in Epic Games, enables users to build their own Star Wars games and worlds within Fortnite, with publishing to the Creator Portal beginning May 1. However, creators must adhere to strict guidelines regarding content, including prohibitions on political or religious themes, and cannot monetize their creations directly.
How to drive the battle bus in Fortnite Chapter 7, season 2
Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 2 introduces a new gameplay mechanic allowing players to drive the iconic battle bus. The selected player can steer the bus across the island, passing through rings to earn XP for everyone and spawn Supply Crates. Players can also tip the bus driver to show appreciation and earn them additional XP.
Fortnite Is Adding These Iconic Game Of Thrones Characters Soon, It Seems
Fortnite is reportedly adding Game of Thrones characters Daenerys Targaryen, Jon Snow, and The Night King on March 20 as part of Chapter 7 Season 2. This marks the first time characters from the franchise will appear in Fortnite, though other Warner Bros. properties like Mortal Kombat and Harry Potter have been featured previously. The article also notes the absence of The Lord of the Rings characters and mentions Fortnite's return to Google Play.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 Battle Pass: All Skins, Sidekicks, Kicks, And Other Rewards
Fortnite's Chapter 7 Season 2 battle pass has launched, featuring eight new skins and a variety of accessories, including a new pair of kicks and a sidekick. The pass costs 800 V-Bucks and runs until June 5. This season introduces a controversial change to battle pass mechanics, including a reduced V-Bucks earn-back rate and the ability to unlock skins in any order, with Bugs Bunny being the final unlockable character.
Everything New In Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 has launched, introducing a new Battle Pass with characters like Bugs Bunny and Dwayne "The Foundation" Johnson. The season features a refreshed loot pool, a new Rivalry system, and a season-long showdown between the Ice King and The Foundation. New movement items, weapons, and map locations have also been added.
Evening Multiplex
This article rounds up recent official trailers for several games, including Beatrix, EXODUS, Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2, and Wizard101. Beatrix has a demo available on Steam, and Fortnite's new season is titled 'Showdown'.
Fortnite Is Down: When Will Fortnite Servers Be Back Up for Chapter 7 Season 2?
Fortnite is currently down for scheduled maintenance as Epic Games deploys the update for Chapter 7 Season 2. Downtime is expected to last between 4-7 hours, with servers potentially coming back online between 6 AM ET and 9 AM ET. The new season will feature a new battle pass with Bugs Bunny and map updates for Battle Royale.
PS3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii U consoles are officially 'retro' says retailer
US retailer GameStop has officially declared the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii U as retro consoles. This classification is part of a promotion for a retro trade-in bonus offer. The article notes that the PlayStation 3 is 20 years old this year, while the Xbox 360 is even older, making them two generations behind current hardware.
Disney's New Game-Loving CEO Gives Update On Mysterious Fortnite Project
Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of The Walt Disney Company, has reviewed the progress of the "persistent universe" project in collaboration with Epic Games' Fortnite. D'Amaro, who previously spearheaded Disney's investment in Epic Games, expressed enthusiasm for the project's possibilities, which aims to integrate Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and Avatar content for players to interact with, create stories, and potentially engage in commerce.
Fortnite Season 2 Launch Trailer Shows Off Wacky New Mobility Items
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 is launching with a new trailer showcasing wacky mobility items like the skyzip device and new weapons such as the Foundation's Rift Rifle. A live-action teaser features Martin Herlily as the manager of spawn island. The new season begins March 19, following a period of community anticipation partly due to increased V-Bucks prices.
Epic Games lead producer calls belief DLSS 5 looks bad or detracts from art direction 'absolutely insane': 'If that was shown as a next-gen hardware reveal and not AI you guys would be going nuts'
Epic Games lead producer Jean Pierre Kellams defended Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology, calling criticism of its visual impact 'insane.' He argued that the AI upscaling offers significant improvements in lighting and shading, comparing its potential reveal to next-gen hardware demonstrations. Kellams emphasized that DLSS 5 provides developers with creative control and enhances realism, particularly in areas like subsurface scattering and lighting accuracy.
When does Fortnite Season 2 in Chapter 7 start?
Fortnite Season 2 of Chapter 7, titled "Showdown," is set to launch on March 19, 2026. The update will introduce new map areas, characters including the return of The Rock as The Foundation and Bugs Bunny, and a new Rewards Leaderboard system. The Battle Pass will cost 800 V-Bucks.
Fortnite will return to Google's Play Store globally on March 19
Fortnite will be available globally on Google's Play Store starting March 19, coinciding with the launch of a new season. This marks the resolution of a long-standing dispute between Epic Games and Google, which led to Fortnite's removal in 2020. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney confirmed the return following a settlement and Google's adjustment of its in-app payment cut.
Serafim S3 Mobile Controller Launches with MFi Support, Hall Effect Sticks and Console-Level Gaming |
Serafim has launched the S3 mobile controller, featuring Apple MFi certification, Hall Effect sticks, and ultra-low latency via USB-C. The controller supports multiple platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and PlayStation, and includes features for content creation and streaming. A limited-time offer includes a free copy of Fallout 76.
Fortnite is back for everyone on Google Play — and I’m hoping it’ll be on the iPhone App Store soon…
Fortnite is set to relaunch on the Google Play Store globally on March 19, making it more accessible on Android devices. This return coincides with a price increase for V-Bucks, the game's virtual currency. The article also discusses the ongoing absence of Fortnite from the iPhone App Store in many regions and expresses hope for its eventual return.
Here's Our First Look at Dwayne Johnson and Bugs Bunny in Fortnite's Next Season - IGN
Fortnite's next season, Showdown, will feature Dwayne Johnson's character The Foundation and the introduction of Bugs Bunny. The season's artwork also reveals new versions of The Order and Jules, alongside a Sidekick pet. This update follows recent controversial changes to V-Bucks pricing and distribution.
Morning Mobilization
Fortnite has returned to the Google Play Store, with version 3.19.26 now available. This news comes amidst reports of Samsung ending sales of its Galaxy Z TriFold and ongoing issues with Android Auto on Samsung Galaxy devices.
How to Report Toxic Players in Every Major Game
This guide details how to effectively report toxic players across major multiplayer games like Call of Duty, Valorant, Apex Legends, and others. It emphasizes providing specific details, timestamps, and clips to ensure reports are actionable by moderation systems, whether AI or human-reviewed. The article also covers platform-level reporting and when to escalate issues beyond in-game tools.
Epic CEO and billionaire Tim Sweeney has been using some of his cash to buy up 50,000 acres of forest so it can't…
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has purchased approximately 50,000 acres of forest land in North Carolina to protect it from development. He has become one of the largest private landowners in the state, with a focus on permanent conservation of these acquired lands since 2009.
Fortnite Adding Ability to Create Your Own Star Wars Games This Week - IGN
Fortnite will release tools this week, starting March 19, allowing creators to develop officially-licensed Star Wars minigames. This feature, following Disney's investment in 2024, will provide Star Wars assets for developers, though players will not be able to immediately play ready-built content. The update coincides with the launch of Fortnite's next battle royale season, which may help address recent community backlash over changes to the game's in-game currency.
