There’s no greater satisfaction than teaming up with your mates to play and win your favorite games. That’s why multiplayer games are so popular, especially in action games where support from your team is the soul of each gameplay.
To make it even easier for you to play with your friends, popular games like Fortnite have introduced the cross-platform feature. Using it, you can team up and play with any of your friends regardless of the platform they use.
It is also extremely useful if you’re away and don’t have access to your usual game setup. Do you want to know more about this game feature? You can learn all about Fortnite cross-play up next in this article.
About Fortnite
Fortnite is an action-packed survival game in which 100 players combat in PvP gameplays to be the last one standing. The game requires calculated moves and strategic thinking to be the last survivor.
The very popular game has introduced several interesting chapters and seasons to create an appealing storyline. The latest Fortnite Chapter 2 in season 4, presents many challenges where players can form teams.
So it makes for the perfect opportunity to gather your squad and make some winning moves.
What is a Crossplay in Fortnite?
Cross-play (also known as cross-platform play) refers to the element or feature in virtual games which allows the players to use several platforms (hardware) to play with/against each other at the same time.
It means that players using different consoles (PC, PS4, or mobile) can play alongside one another.
Fortnite has recently introduced this feature to its gaming applications across different platforms. It has quickly become one of the biggest selling points of the already popular game.
Things to Note Before You Enable Cross-Play
The temptation to start your own cool squad in Fortnite must be high. But before you jump headfirst into the cross-play element, keep some things in mind.
First of all, you can only play Fortnite cross-platform with people who are in the friend-list of your Epic account.
PC or mobile users might already have an Epic account, but Xbox or PS4 players will have to make an account on Epic's site.
Another thing to keep in mind is that you can’t directly go to the game lobby and play against people at lower platform hierarchy. To create balance, you’ll only go against those that have a similar hierarchy.
How to Use Crossplay in Fornite?
Now that you’re all set to form your squad, this is how you can use the cross-platform feature for Fortnite. First, install the Epic launcher on your PC/mobile, and log into your account.
Now, enter your friend’s email address (or username) and add them to your friend list. Use the same step to invite and add all your friends.
Once they accept your request, return to the game system and click the silhouette on the top right, and you’ll see the list of your friends. You can select the players and click ‘join the party’ to hop into their lobby.
Note: The cross-platform element is not available to iOS or Mac users, so they can only play amongst themselves.
Tips to Make the Most of Cross-platform Feature
If you want to take the Fortnite cross-play fun up a notch, the following helpful tips will come handy.
- If your squadmates are playing on different platforms, you might be able to use the inbuilt party chat feature. In that case, use third-party apps like Google Meet, Discord, or Skype to communicate and make it fun.
- If you want to be matched with most of your squad, use platforms like Android, Windows, Nintendo, Xbox, or PS4 as these can be matched with almost all platforms.
- Apart from your Epic account, Fortnite also allows you to add squadmates from their official Discord server segregated by languages.
The Key Takeaway
Any game is 10 times more fun when played with friends. It not only gives you a chance to gain some bragging rights but also helps you stay in touch with friends far away, or these days even those that live close by.
Fortnite has taken several measures to enhance its cross-play element for all types of users. You can learn more about it on their official website.
