It's Officially the End of an Era for Fortnite
GameRant • • technology
Key Points:
- Fortnite Save the World has officially transitioned to a free-to-play model as of April 16, 2026, ending its paid access since its early release in 2017.
- The game, originally intended to be Fortnite's primary mode, was overshadowed by the success of Battle Royale, delaying its free-to-play launch until now.
- The free-to-play release coincides with the launch of Fortnite Save the World on Nintendo Switch 2, and players who pre-registered or previously purchased the game receive special rewards.
- The update introduces a revamped Homebase that is fully explorable and evolves with player progress, enhancing the game experience.
- To celebrate, Epic Games is hosting a crossover event with Battle Royale until June 5, offering exclusive rewards like the Jess Outfit for players earning 350,000 XP in Save the World.
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