Fornite: Battle Royale Sets Record with 78.3 Million Players in August
Fortnite: Battle Royale continues to dominate the gaming world, as Epic Games announced that August was the game’s “biggest month yet”. According to the Fall Skirmish post on their website, a staggering 78.3 million players enjoyed the popular battle royale game last month. This record-breaking number demonstrates the immense popularity of Fortnite among gamers worldwide.
Improvements Made as Fortnite’s Player Base Grows
As Epic Games prepares for the upcoming $10 million tournament series, the developer mentioned the need to strengthen and expand their systems and infrastructure due to the massive number of players. The influx of players in August exposed some weak points, allowing Epic Games to make targeted improvements to critical systems such as stats and servers. Although the focus was on improving the game, the disclosure of the player count further emphasizes the massive popularity of Fortnite.
New Platforms Fuel Fortnite’s Success
While the immense popularity of Fortnite is undeniable, Epic Games’ new record can be attributed, in part, to the game’s expansion onto new platforms. Over the summer, Fortnite was introduced to the Nintendo Switch and various mobile devices, broadening its reach and attracting even more players.
As the end of season five approaches, Fortnite enthusiasts anticipate the arrival of season six. With the game’s current trajectory, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Fortnite surpassing 80 million players in the near future.