Guide to Play Fortnite Like A Pro in 2024

IMAGE: https://www.goodfon.com/games/wallpaper-fortnite-season-9-epic-games-2019-1.html

Ever since it burst onto the scene in 2017, Epic Games’ Fortnite has been quite the phenomenon With its prestigious esports tournament and sheer zeitgeist appeal — if ever a video game had charisma, it’s this one — the title has amassed quite the global following of gamers If you count yourself among them, read on…

While many are attracted to the game for its high-octane melees and last-man-standing format, Fortnite is actually so much more than just a battle royale It’s a fast-paced blend of combat and building that demands precision, creativity, and super-smart decision-making Mastering the game requires getting comfortable with chaos, and being able to use that element to your advantage!

If you’re ready to step up your Fortnite skills, this guide is for you! Let’s dive into the key strategies that will have you playing like a pro in no time

Building - The Heart of Fortnite

Forget the ultra-violence for a moment At the core of Fortnite’s gameplay is its building mechanic If you really want to make your mark on the rankings, you could do a lot worse than prioritizing your mastery in building

This is a skill that isn’t just about speed, but also about precision Yes, you want to push for the high ground and may need to quickly construct shelter under mass fire, but there’s a strategic edge to building that we’ll cover here

Start with the basics: walls, floors, ramps, and roofs You use walls to block bullets, ramps to gain elevation, and floors to traverse gaps or stabilize your builds Roofs, while often underutilized by beginners, are part of advanced building techniques but guess what? They can protect you from incoming shots

Once you’re comfortable with basic builds, the next step is editing As the name suggests, this is a feature that allows you to alter your builds, like opening up windows to use in attacks (or as an escape route) Making smart and speedy edits, like creating doors or peeking windows, can change the course of a fight

Our top tip? Spend plenty of time in Creative mode to drill editing patterns until they become second nature

Mastering Weaponry and Aim

Ok, so let’s talk equipment You’ve probably already realized from experience that choosing the right weapon for the situation at hand can often determine the outcome of a fight Each weapon available in Fortnite has its own inherent strengths and weaknesses, so it’s important that you understand what these are

Assault rifles, for instance, are ideal for mid-range combat You’ll want to use them to lay down suppressive fire or engage enemies from a distance

When it comes to close-quarters combat, ditch the rifle and reach for your shotgun Be warned though, different shotguns have different fire rates and damage outputs: the Pump Shotgun packs a punch but requires accuracy, while the less-precise Tactical Shotgun fires faster and keeps your aggression up

For the longest range engagements, reach for a sniper rifle Pro tip: knowing how to lead a shot and account for bullet drop will be key to landing on moving targets SMGs, meanwhile, really come into their own in close-range spraying when paired up with a shotgun Don’t underestimate pistols, either While they may seem like a last resort, a well-placed headshot with a pistol can turn a fight around

Next up, improving your aim Surprisingly, you can figure out how to get good aim in Fortnite by taking the advice of Call of Duty specialists While some of the tips featured in the linked article are CoD-specific, the more general advice like playing in performance mode and the impact of how you choose to play on your technique are more than valid

Performance mode is an advanced graphics setting that improves FPS by lowering the quality of visual rendering during the game This, in turn, frees up load on your CPU and GPU, allowing the game to run much, much smoother This mode will sacrifice graphics quality a tad, making the console/desktop version more akin to Fortnite Mobile, but it’s a necessary trade-off for those FPS gains

If you’re a PC gamer, it’s also worth considering swapping your mouse and keyboard for a compatible controller In most games, this ride-or-die peripherals combo will give you more freedom over aim and movement, but not in Fortnite! Thanks to its controller-only aim assist mechanic, you can access more leeway when placing shots than mouse and keyboard users

Position, Position, Position

The final key to being the last player standing is good position Often, positioning beats out aim, but a combination of all three strategies featured in this article is sure to make you unstoppable

Fortnite maps are dynamic, so knowing where to be at the right time gives you the upper hand While you might be tempted to first hit up those high-tier lot areas, dropping into quieter spots will give you more time to gather resources and minor loot before you have to start dispatching enemies

As the game progresses, think about rotating early, rather than waiting for the shrinking map to force you into compromised positions Always remember that high ground is your friend, so in a build fight aim to build upwards If you can control the high ground, you can control the pace of the fight