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  • Summary: The Storm came without warning and wiped out 98 percent of the world's population in a flash. Poof. Adios. Sayonara. Then came the monsters, wave after wave, night after night. Destroying everything in their path. But it's not all doom and gloom. In an abandoned missile silo, we've found oneThe Storm came without warning and wiped out 98 percent of the world's population in a flash. Poof. Adios. Sayonara. Then came the monsters, wave after wave, night after night. Destroying everything in their path. But it's not all doom and gloom. In an abandoned missile silo, we've found one of our first weapons against the Storm you. We're looking for a few good commanders like you to help make a difference, push back the storm and protect those among us who are unable to protect themselves. Explore the world. Rescue survivors. Make hundreds of guns, swords, and things that go boom. Make impregnable forts. Tastefully decorate with sniper perches, poison gas traps, and jump pads. Take back the world. You know, the usual. And be sure to invite your friends. Welcome to Fortnite. Expand
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  1. Positive: 9 out of 16
  2. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Mar 27, 2018
    96
    Mastering Fortnite Battle Royale’s many systems is worth every second of investment. Whether you go it alone or queue up with a squad, even if you’re the first to die or you actually manage to earn the Victory Royale, Fortnite’s zany style and unique blend of shooting and building almost never offers anything less than an outstanding time. It may not be the first battle royale game, and it certainly won’t be the last, but Fortnite sets itself apart from the crowd by giving you the freedom and tools to express your own personal playstyle.
  2. Jul 26, 2017
    85
    If grinding for loot, shooting zombies, and building the coolest forts ever sounds like it’s up your alley, I can’t recommend Fortnite enough.
  3. Jun 3, 2018
    80
    Whether we're talking aesthetics or the accessibility of its gameplay, all is good for Fortnite, which provides a beautiful vision of what Battle Royale should be.
  4. Aug 2, 2017
    75
    Fortnite incorporates mechanics of survival, crafting and missions in waves. Everything is very well measured and addictive, but there are no surprises or innovation. The microtransactions come to break the balance, and you'll have to play too many hours to see your character really improve. It's better that you wait for the free-to-play version.
  5. Jul 25, 2017
    70
    The ultimate effort of the US home team is to combine the excellent experience of the third-person shooter with foundational elements of some of the most successful works of the last few years, in an effective and convincing manner, at least from the gambling point of view.
  6. Aug 7, 2017
    68
    Fortnite wants to cover more than it can. Its three pillars of action, construction and management are too independent. To make matters worse, it feels too focused on opening piñatas (chests) and pay-to-continue.
  7. Mar 7, 2018
    60
    Fortnite: Battle Royale is a fast-paced arcade alternative to PUBG, but it fails in the tension department. Its good fun when you play like you don’t only have one life, but that in and of itself makes it feel like an oddity that hasn’t quite found its identity yet.

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  1. Positive: 94 out of 388
  1. Jul 23, 2017
    10
    Super Addictive Game. Played more than 20 Hours now and its a fantastic loot, craft, build, zombie and shooting Game. If you have some friendsSuper Addictive Game. Played more than 20 Hours now and its a fantastic loot, craft, build, zombie and shooting Game. If you have some friends grab them and give Fortnite a try. Much worth the 40 bucks. Expand
  2. Feb 21, 2023
    9
    Fortnite has established itself as one of the most popular games in the world, offering a unique blend of battle royale gameplay and buildingFortnite has established itself as one of the most popular games in the world, offering a unique blend of battle royale gameplay and building mechanics but most importantly it has ONE of if not THE BEST apple representation in gaming HISTORY. Not only are there apples in the game but a multitude of unique and interesting apple challenges that rotate WEEKLY. Not only that but there are also MULTIPLE apple-themed mini locations that you can find around the map one of them being one of my favorite drop points of all time, The Orchard. This is a HUGE deal and I'm sure I'm, not the only apple lover who is extremely psyched that apple representation is finally being normalized especially by a HUGE corporation. Im both excited and eager to see what comes next. Expand
  3. Oct 23, 2017
    7
    What can I say about Fortnite, it is extremely fun... for about a week. (Keep in mind that I am talking about the Battle Royale.) I shouldn'tWhat can I say about Fortnite, it is extremely fun... for about a week. (Keep in mind that I am talking about the Battle Royale.) I shouldn't it becomes boring but the game becomes a lot more predictable and somewhat repetive even though it is multi player game. You either die when you land or you make it to the top ten. I still play the game, but it has lost that initial punch that kept me playing the game for hours on ends. If I am to play it now I may only play 2-5 rounds, whereas when I first got the game I would play 15-25 rounds (sounds pathetic, but it was really enjoyable) But seeing that the game is free it is impossible for me to give this game anywhere near a negative review. For the first week it is a 9 or 10 after that i would move it down to a 5 or 6. Its worth the play Expand
  4. Jul 30, 2020
    3
    That's a game you can play with your friends, but in one week you already don't want to play anymore because it's the same thing.
  5. Jun 18, 2019
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Non merita la fame che ha è orribile serve troppo culo per vincere, pure se sei bravo perdi Expand
  6. Nov 10, 2019
    0
    It's the most boring game I have ever played. Gameplay is **** Overrated as heck.
  7. Aug 7, 2018
    0
    absolute worst Battle Royale game ever. at the first shot signal, you jump like a rabbit around the field, you build woodsheds and hide in itabsolute worst Battle Royale game ever. at the first shot signal, you jump like a rabbit around the field, you build woodsheds and hide in it but you can destroy it just like the whole map. Unrealistic i tryied it. Expand

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