This comes as no surprise considering the fight between Apple and Epic. Gamers on iOS and Mac are being caught in the crossfire. Epic has confirmed that in an upcoming update to the game, Fortnite will no longer be cross-platform compatible with iOS and Mac devices.
The update will introduce a new season to the game, but since Fortnite is no longer available on the App Store, it also means that gamers who play on Apple's devices will not be able to play with their friends on other platforms. They will still be able to continue playing with each other, but they won't be able to join games that have other players playing on different devices like PS4 for instance.
Epic says, 'Apple is asking that Epic revert Fortnite to exclusively use Apple payments. Their proposal is an invitation for Epic to collude with Apple to maintain their monopoly over in-app payments on iOS, suppressing free market competition and inflating prices. As a matter of principle, we won't participate in this scheme.'
Fortnitewas recently announced for Nintendo Switch at E3, and news came that this version of the game would be cross-compatible with all other platforms aside from PlayStation 4. It has also been. The amazing thing about it is that Fortnite is running on the Unreal Engine 4, which affords for cross-platform compatibility right out of the box, just like split-screen functionality.
Since your Fortnite account syncs across devices, you'll still be able to play the game and continue your progression, achievements, and access your items on other platforms like PCs or consoles, so there is that at least.
How Fortnite cross-platform matchmaking works. Fortnite matchmaking differs, depending on the platform. On mobile (iOS), PS4 and Xbox One, Fortnite defaults to matching you with players on the same platform you're playing on. It will only match you with players on different platforms if you're in a cross-platform party. The fact that Fortnite's cross-play will encompass all platforms and console generations will also be fantastic news for players. Sony PS5 lines up home run as ominous Xbox Series X stat slips out. Thanks to Fortnite's efforts to make the game accessible to everyone, Switch players can crossplay with EVERY platform. This includes Xbox, PS4, Mac, Mobile, and PC gamers.
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Read this guide for info on how to enable Fortnite's cross platform and crossplay feature, and account lock-out between PC, Mac, XBox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and mobile (iOS and Android)!
Check Out Fortnite Beginner Basics!Table of Contents
Enable Cross-Platform Play
Cross-Platform Play With Friends
- Add Friends / Squad Up
Cross-Platform FAQ
Cross Platform Lets You Play With Friends On Other Consoles
Cross-platform play is a Fortnite feature that allows players to battle against each other across multiple platforms - be it on desktop, console, or mobile!
Crossplay Compatibility On PC, PS4, XBOX, Switch, iOS & Android
Cross Platform Compatibility Table
*Desktop - PC / MAC
**Mobile - iOS / Android
Cross Play On PC
The PC is able to cross play with other consoles and devices without restriction.
Cross Play On PS4
PS4 players will be able to cross play with PC players and other console players (both PS4 and Xbox One).
Cross Play On XBOX
Xbox players are able to cross play with PC, other Xbox 1 players, and Playstation 4 players.
Cross Play On Switch
The Nintendo Switch will be able to cross play with desktop players, Nintendo Switch, and mobile (iOS & Android) platforms.
Cross Play On iOS and Android
Both iOS and Android users will be able to cross play with PC, Switch, and mobile (iOS & Android) platforms.
Cross Play For Fortnite Save The World
Fortnite Save The World is available to crossplay with PC, MAC, PS4, and XBOX.
Check Out Save The World Here!How To Enable Cross Platform
Create Epic Games Account
To enable cross-platform, first create an Epic Games account. This is the key to unlocking all platforms you can play Fortnite in!
Check Out How To Create An Epic Account!WARNING! Choosing Other Platforms
After creating an account, you can link it to other platforms! We recommend to choose only one for console platforms like the PS4, XBox One, & Nintendo Switch as there is account lock-out!
PC & Mobile
For PC & Mobile users, no need to link a separate account, just sign in using your Epic Games account details.
Console & Switch
For PS4, XBox One, and Nintendo Switch, the Epic Games Launcher needs to be downloaded on PC or Mac. Users must choose the appropriate platform to sign into.
Link your Epic Games account with your chosen platform's specific account and authorize connection!
Account Lock-out
There is an account lock-out when you link your Epic Games account to one console platform.
For example, if you connected your Epic Games account on your Nintendo Switch, you need to create another Epic Games account to connect to your PSN.
NOTE: Lock-outs between PS4 & XBox One and XBox One & Nintendo Switch have yet to be confirmed.
How To Crossplay With Friends
Add Friends
You can add friends up using their Display Name or E-Mail Address. This can be accessed via the Epic Games Launcher or in-game.
Other Connections
Best family feud board game. You can also connect to friends who are playing in Fortnite through other platforms such as Facebook or Steam. Services may differ depending on player's location.
Via Friend Link
Another way to add friends is to send them your Friend Link!
Check Out How To Add Friends!Via Friend Link!
After adding your friends, check who's online and invite them to squad up! Double check privacy settings on your platform and set them to public or can be seen by friends.
You can see which platform your friend is playing on via the icon next to their Display Name.
Check Out Battle Royale Game Modes!Cross Platform FAQ
Cross Play Matchmaking
Who am I playing against?
Fortnite will only match make you with cross-platform players if you are in a cross-platform party.
Want to play cross-platform matches? Create a party with friends who are NOT on the platform you are currently playing on.
How to disable cross play?
If you don't want to play a cross-platform match, simply don't party with friends on other platforms.
Call of duty black ops the game to play. Cross-platform play also doesn't affect solo mode for PC as this just pits you against other PC players.
SOURCE: Epic Games FAQ
Switching Platforms
Fortnite allows you to play across multiple platforms. There are account lock-outs between PS4 and Nintendo Switch but lock-outs between PS4 & XBox One and XBox One & Nintendo Switch have yet to be confirmed.
Also, keep in mind that you !
Progress & Skins
Family feud team game. Once you have linked the right accounts together, you will still have access to all your current progress & items!
Check Out All Skins List!Devices Compatible With Fortnite
Statistics & Leaderboards
Match statistics and leaderboard scores are not shared across platforms. So you will see different statistics and leaderboard scores per platform.
Check Out Tips & Tricks To Win!Voice Chat
Voice Chat is enabled across all platforms so you can communicate & work together efficiently to get that Victory Royale!
There might be issues with PS4 voice chat with other platforms but have yet to be confirmed/tested.
Check Out How To Set Up Voice Chat!Platform Exclusive Offers
From time to time, players on certain platforms can receive freebies via exclusive offers. These are usually cosmetic items such as Outfits/Skins, Back Bling, Gliders, etc.
PlayStation Plus Celebration Packs
The Nintendo Switch will be able to cross play with desktop players, Nintendo Switch, and mobile (iOS & Android) platforms.
Cross Play On iOS and Android
Both iOS and Android users will be able to cross play with PC, Switch, and mobile (iOS & Android) platforms.
Cross Play For Fortnite Save The World
Fortnite Save The World is available to crossplay with PC, MAC, PS4, and XBOX.
Check Out Save The World Here!How To Enable Cross Platform
Create Epic Games Account
To enable cross-platform, first create an Epic Games account. This is the key to unlocking all platforms you can play Fortnite in!
Check Out How To Create An Epic Account!WARNING! Choosing Other Platforms
After creating an account, you can link it to other platforms! We recommend to choose only one for console platforms like the PS4, XBox One, & Nintendo Switch as there is account lock-out!
PC & Mobile
For PC & Mobile users, no need to link a separate account, just sign in using your Epic Games account details.
Console & Switch
For PS4, XBox One, and Nintendo Switch, the Epic Games Launcher needs to be downloaded on PC or Mac. Users must choose the appropriate platform to sign into.
Link your Epic Games account with your chosen platform's specific account and authorize connection!
Account Lock-out
There is an account lock-out when you link your Epic Games account to one console platform.
For example, if you connected your Epic Games account on your Nintendo Switch, you need to create another Epic Games account to connect to your PSN.
NOTE: Lock-outs between PS4 & XBox One and XBox One & Nintendo Switch have yet to be confirmed.
How To Crossplay With Friends
Add Friends
You can add friends up using their Display Name or E-Mail Address. This can be accessed via the Epic Games Launcher or in-game.
Other Connections
Best family feud board game. You can also connect to friends who are playing in Fortnite through other platforms such as Facebook or Steam. Services may differ depending on player's location.
Via Friend Link
Another way to add friends is to send them your Friend Link!
Check Out How To Add Friends!Via Friend Link!
After adding your friends, check who's online and invite them to squad up! Double check privacy settings on your platform and set them to public or can be seen by friends.
You can see which platform your friend is playing on via the icon next to their Display Name.
Check Out Battle Royale Game Modes!Cross Platform FAQ
Cross Play Matchmaking
Who am I playing against?
Fortnite will only match make you with cross-platform players if you are in a cross-platform party.
Want to play cross-platform matches? Create a party with friends who are NOT on the platform you are currently playing on.
How to disable cross play?
If you don't want to play a cross-platform match, simply don't party with friends on other platforms.
Call of duty black ops the game to play. Cross-platform play also doesn't affect solo mode for PC as this just pits you against other PC players.
SOURCE: Epic Games FAQ
Switching Platforms
Fortnite allows you to play across multiple platforms. There are account lock-outs between PS4 and Nintendo Switch but lock-outs between PS4 & XBox One and XBox One & Nintendo Switch have yet to be confirmed.
Also, keep in mind that you !
Progress & Skins
Family feud team game. Once you have linked the right accounts together, you will still have access to all your current progress & items!
Check Out All Skins List!Devices Compatible With Fortnite
Statistics & Leaderboards
Match statistics and leaderboard scores are not shared across platforms. So you will see different statistics and leaderboard scores per platform.
Check Out Tips & Tricks To Win!Voice Chat
Voice Chat is enabled across all platforms so you can communicate & work together efficiently to get that Victory Royale!
There might be issues with PS4 voice chat with other platforms but have yet to be confirmed/tested.
Check Out How To Set Up Voice Chat!Platform Exclusive Offers
From time to time, players on certain platforms can receive freebies via exclusive offers. These are usually cosmetic items such as Outfits/Skins, Back Bling, Gliders, etc.
PlayStation Plus Celebration Packs
| Pack | Contents |
|---|---|
| Pack 1 | Blue Team Leader Skin Blue Streak Glider |
| Pack 2 | Blue Striker Skin Blue Shift Back Bling |
| Pack 3 | Flappy Glider Controller Pickaxe Artifact Contrai |
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