Epic Games Pins Fortnite Comeback on Disney Partnership
Epic Games is banking on a new partnership with Disney to drive a comeback for its popular game, Fortnite.
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Epic Games is banking on a new partnership with Disney to drive a comeback for its popular game, Fortnite.

An expert analyst suggests that the popular video game Fortnite may be nearing the end of its life cycle due to decreasing player engagement and recent layoffs, signaling declining revenue.

PUBG is setting its sights on competing with Fortnite to become a global cultural icon, outlining its future strategy which includes new game modes like the sci-fi roguelite Xeno Point.
Disney executives are reportedly interested in fully acquiring Epic Games, the developer behind the popular game Fortnite, and are said to be waiting for the opportune moment to make a move. This potential acquisition could significantly expand Disney's presence in the gaming industry.

The best deal possible on a PS5 right now is the limited edition Fortnite bundles, which are now effectively a $200 saving compared to the incoming price hikes on April 2.

A US jury found Meta and Google liable for intentionally designing addictive social media platforms, a ruling echoed by a Hungarian court, with new reports from Germany also finding Meta and Google negligent, raising stakes for tech giants and potentially opening the door to more lawsuits globally.

“We have to make major cuts to keep the company funded” The post ‘Fortnite’ scraps three fan-favourite games, lays off more than 1000 members of staff appeared first on NME.
Aussie producer and DJ CYRIL has joined the 'Icon Series' in Fortnite, with an official emote featuring his update of The La's '90s indie hit 'There She Goes'.

Epic Games has laid off over 1,000 employees, with CEO Tim Sweeney citing spending imbalances and a downturn in Fortnite engagement, while his internal announcement has been criticized as distastefully defensive.
Fortnite meeting, exclusive date in London, and an overbearing future mother-in-law. These are some of the ingredients in readers' answers to SvD Liv's question: How did you meet your love?

Fortnite has introduced two new character skins based on AI memes, a move that has reportedly angered a segment of its player base.

Fortnite is making its return to the Google Play Store worldwide on March 19, including in India, following a resolution between Epic Games and Google regarding their long-standing disputes, allowing Android users to play again.

Fortnite is making its return to the Google Play Store worldwide, following a resolution or agreement between Epic Games and Google regarding their long-standing disputes, allowing Android users to play again.

Fortnite will finally allow creators to make their own officially-licensed Star Wars minigames, beginning this week.
Tyler 'Ninja' Blevins, the popular Fortnite Twitch streamer, is projected to have a net worth of $50 million by 2026, built through his gaming career, Twitch, YouTube, brand deals, and merchandise.

CD Projekt RED and Epic Games collaborate to bring Cyberpunk 2077 content back to Fortnite.

Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, is increasing the prices of its in-game currency, V-Bucks, citing a significant rise in operational costs and the need to 'help pay the bills' for running the game.

CD Projekt Red and Epic Games collaborate to bring Cyberpunk 2077 content to Fortnite in a new DLC crossover.
The sweeping changes to Google’s app store practices, announced on Wednesday, are aimed at boosting competition and expanding choices for developers and consumers
The popular battle royale game, Fortnite, is set to make its return to the Google Play Store for users across the globe.

Richie Branson, a former Fortnite developer, launched a free web game called Zoo Fighter, inspired by the viral monkey Punch, to raise awareness for animal welfare in captivity.

"Champions make big plays” The post ‘Fortnite’ responds to Winter Olympics star Alysa Liu asking to collab appeared first on NME.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 actor Ben Starr has been cast as a key in-game Fortnite character, joining Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and Brie Larson.

The popular 'Toy Story' franchise is set to collaborate with the video game 'Fortnite', with details about the crossover being revealed.

Epic Games has drawn criticism for its use of AI-generated characters in Fortnite, a topic that remains sensitive within the gaming community.

Ed Sheeran has been praised for declining an offer to perform in Fortnite, stating he doesn't play the game, and instead opting for a collaboration with Pokémon.

Gamers are expressing confusion and disappointment after the rumored release date for the second wave of Cyberpunk 2077's Fortnite collaboration, widely anticipated as a second DLC pack, passed without any new content.

Despite recent mass layoffs at Epic Games, Disney confirms it is moving forward with its plans to build a shared gaming and entertainment universe within Fortnite, with Epic Games reaffirming its commitment to the partnership.

Remaining Fortnite staff members are struggling to comprehend the full impact of recent mass layoffs on the game's future, stating their teams will have to "pick up the pieces."
Neal Stephenson, the author credited with coining the term "metaverse," has offered his perspective and advice to Mark Zuckerberg, suggesting Meta's $80 billion VR losses were largely self-inflicted and that the true metaverse already exists in platforms like Fortnite.

Despite a weekend event designed to boost his chances, The Rock's in-game character is currently losing the player-decided storyline vote in Fortnite's new season to a wintry villain.

Welcome to Deadline’s International Disruptors, where we shine a spotlight on key executives and companies outside of the U.S. shaking up the offshore marketplace.

Fortnite is increasing the price of its in-game currency, a move experts suggest is linked to the financial burden of its parent company's ongoing antitrust disputes with tech giants Google and Apple.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 is set to launch on March 19, 2026, at 4:00 AM ET, bringing a major update (v40.00) that includes a revamped battle royale map with new locations and an overhauled loot pool.

Epic Games has released key artwork for the next season of Fortnite, confirming the return of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and the inclusion of Bugs Bunny.

Reports indicate that the popular video game Fortnite is planning a new crossover event with the iconic animated series Looney Tunes, which is expected to arrive in the game soon.

Fortnite fans are in uproar over Epic Games' changes to the pricing and availability of V-Bucks, and now the game's developer has finally acknowledged the wave of negative feedback.

Save the World, Fortnite's original PVE survival mode, is finally going free-to-play after almost nine years.

Epic Games has announced a major change to the prices and distribution of Fortnite's in-game V-Bucks currency, and blamed the cost increases on the need to "help pay the bills."

Andre “Typical Gamer” Rebelo is bringing his love of “Grand Theft Auto” to Fortnite with the launch of his company’s new super-size map “Grand Heist City” later this month.

Thousands of Fortnite users reported login issues and a 'profile query failed' problem on Wednesday, with the company providing an update on the situation.
Google has announced changes to its app store billing and fee structure, which includes the return of Fortnite to its platform worldwide.
Epic Games has announced the final two Fortnite Love and Legends Power Hour events for February 28 and March 1, 2026, offering generous loot distribution with Legendary POIs and Rare Chests.

She’s also launched a limited-edition merch line to celebrate the collaboration The post Chappell Roan cried after getting her own ‘Fortnite’ skin: “It just looks so awesome” appeared first on NME.
Reports indicate a potential leak of a 'Game of Thrones' or 'House of the Dragon' collaboration with the popular video game Fortnite.

The head of PUBG's IP franchise discussed plans to expand the game's esports presence and transform it into a creative platform similar to Fortnite.

A popular GTA streamer turned developer has launched 'Cash Heist City' within Fortnite, a new map built using Unreal Editor for Fortnite, offering crime-themed gameplay.
Fortnite's v40.10 update is scheduled for release on April 1, 2026, bringing new cosmetics, balance changes, and gameplay adjustments. Servers will undergo approximately two hours of downtime for maintenance.

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeny has apologized after widespread criticism following the layoff of a former Fortnite employee with terminal cancer, stating the company will 'solve' the insurance issue.

Industry analysts suggest that a decrease in Fortnite player numbers is among several challenges facing Epic Games, alongside significant layoffs and ongoing industry battles.

Epic Games has announced layoffs of over 1,000 employees and a $500 million savings plan, including price increases, citing financial struggles and a downturn in Fortnite engagement, with the layoffs raising questions about the future of its most popular game.

OpenAI has announced the closure of its AI video generator, Sora, just months after its launch, startling Disney and ending a major alliance, as the company shifts its focus toward business and enterprise tools, consolidating consumer offerings and prioritizing key projects.

Fortnite developer Epic Games has announced layoffs of over 1,000 staff, with CEO Tim Sweeney citing a significant spending imbalance and a downturn in Fortnite engagement as reasons for the workforce reduction, explicitly stating that AI is not to blame for the cuts.
Fortnite's Chapter 7 Season 2, Showdown, brings two Power Hour events on March 21, 2026, offering players a chance to grab exclusive rewards like Dark Voyager's Obliterator weapon.

CD Projekt RED and Epic Games collaborate once again, bringing Adam Smasher from Cyberpunk 2077 into Fortnite as locker content.

Although it was originally planned to end in November, it was extended due to great player interest.

It was thought the collab would run until the end of 2026 The post ‘Fortnite’ is removing fan-favourite Daft Punk experience this week appeared first on NME.

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Fortnite's 'Story Moment Power Hour' is scheduled for March 14, 2026, serving as a live, unrepeatable event to bridge Chapter 7 Season 1 and Season 2 with crucial narrative context.
Google's App Store has brought back the popular game Fortnite and simultaneously announced changes to its fee structure for developers.

The price of in-game currency V-bucks has been increased to “help pay the bills” The post ‘Fortnite’ just got more expensive and players are furious appeared first on NME.

Fortnite has confirmed that The Foundation, its heroic character voiced by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, will return next season - and begun an Avengers: Doomsday-style countdown for his reappearance.

Google has reduced its Play Store fees and opened up billing options following an antitrust dispute with the maker of Fortnite.
Google is overhauling its app store billing and fee structure, a move that includes bringing the popular game Fortnite back to its platform worldwide.

President Trump's administration is currently debating whether to allow Chinese megacorp Tencent's stakes in major U.S.

The skater expressed a desire for her character to appear in the game Fortnite
Meta is changing its metaverse strategy by moving its Horizon Worlds app from virtual reality to mobile platforms, aiming to compete with popular games like Roblox and Fortnite.

Pop star Madison Beer has joined Chappell Roan in requesting her own 'Fortnite' skin, while also expressing criticism about recent changes to the popular video game.