You and Your Buddy Want to Boogie Down on PS4 Fortnite, But They're a Xbox Refugee? Fear Not, We Got You Covered! (circa 2022, because time travel is a whole other quest)
Ah, the joys of Fortnite. Building death traps, cranking 90s like a pro (or failing miserably, like most of us), and trying not to rage-quit after getting sniped from across the map by a ten-year-old with laser focus. But what if your squad goals are being hampered by a cruel twist of fate? You're a PlayStation warrior, and your best bud is chilling on the dark side... the Xbox. Fear not, fellow loopers! Even in 2022 (because let's face it, this guide might be a lifesaver for years to come), defying the console wars to team up in Fortnite is totally doable.
Step 1: Embrace the Power of Epic Friends (No, Not THAT Epic Sax Guy)
Here's the thing: Fortnite uses a nifty system called "Epic Friends." Basically, it's like a universal translator for gamer lingo across different platforms. So, instead of adding your Xbox buddy through your PlayStation friend list (which won't work, by the way, unless you both own a magical time-traveling DeLorean), you'll be adding them through their Epic Games account.
This is important: Make sure your friend has an Epic Games account linked to their Xbox profile. If they don't, well, it's time for a friendly nudge (or maybe a well-placed emote to express your disappointment).
Step 2: Unleash Your Inner Social Butterfly (Butterfly Knife Not Included)
Now that you've confirmed your friend has embraced the Epic way, it's time to get social. Here's how to add them in Fortnite on your PS4:
- Boot up Fortnite and dodge that Battle Bus like Neo from the Matrix (or, you know, just land safely).
- Look for your profile picture in the top right corner (it might be a fancy llama, because Fortnite). Click on that bad boy.
- See that button with a person and a plus sign? That's your ticket to friend-adding paradise. Click it.
- You'll be presented with a glorious search bar. Here's where the magic happens. Type in your friend's Epic Games display name, not their Xbox gamertag.
Pro Tip: If you're having trouble finding your friend, make sure they double-check their display name isn't hidden. Nobody wants to play Fortnite solo because of social media privacy settings, right?
Step 3: The Waiting Game (Brace Yourself for Emojis)
Once you've typed in their name and clicked that sweet "Add Friend" button, you've done your part. Now, it's up to your friend to accept the request. Be patient, but feel free to send them a funny emote or two to break the ice.
Side Note: There's a chance you might get bombarded with a bunch of emoji-filled messages from random people. Don't worry, that's just the Fortnite way of welcoming new friends (or trying to sell you questionable building materials). Just politely decline and stick to your Epic Games squad.
Step 4: Victory Royale (Because We Manifested It With Positivity)
Once your friend accepts the request, BOOYAH! You're officially squadmates across the console divide. Now you can dominate the map together, share loot (or not, we won't judge), and finally teach them that your building skills are superior (because, well, they're on Xbox).
There you have it, folks! A guide to surviving the console wars and reuniting with your Fortnite buddies, all thanks to the power of Epic Friends. Now go forth, conquer those Victory Royales, and floss on all the haters (but maybe not too much, we still gotta be nice).
