The speaker expresses disdain for Fortnite, criticizing its lack of originality and its pervasive presence in media and gaming culture. They note Fortnite's shift from a survival game to a battle royale format following the success of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds. Despite acknowledging Fortnite's significant impact and innovative in-game events, the speaker maintains a negative view of the game, mocking its mechanics and the community surrounding it. Ultimately, they play Fortnite to validate their criticisms but admit to finding some enjoyment despite its flaws. The speaker concludes by reflecting on the abundance of quality free games available to younger generations.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Fortnite was originally intended to be a survival-focused game with a construction aspect.
2. Fortnite was released in early access for Windows, Mac, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One in July 2017.
3. Fortnite's battle royale mode was released a few months after its initial launch.
4. The game's popularity grew rapidly, surpassing other popular games like GTA 5, League of Legends, and Minecraft.
5. Fortnite's success led to the creation of a competitive scene, with large tournaments and events.
6. The game has had several collaborations with other companies, including Marvel.
7. Fortnite has been involved in a "cyber beef" with Apple, which led to the game being banned from the App Store.
8. The game's developer, Epic Games, released a promotional video for Apple in the 80s.
9. Fortnite has had several updates and new content added over the years, including concerts and new game modes.
10. The game has a large and active community, with many content creators and streamers playing and sharing their experiences.
11. Fortnite has been credited with popularizing the battle royale genre.
12. The game's creator, Brendan Greene, was also responsible for the development of the main mods and games that led to the popularization of the battle royale genre.
13. Fortnite has been released on multiple platforms, including PC, consoles, and mobile devices.
14. The game has a cross-play feature, allowing players to play with others across different platforms.
15. Fortnite has been praised for its accessibility, simplicity, and pleasant model.
Note: These facts only include information that is verifiable and objective, and do not include opinions or subjective statements.