You and Your Buddies Are Scattered Across Devices Like Fortnite Loot? No Sweat! Here's How to Crossplay Like a Boss.
Ah, Fortnite. The game that brings us joy, frustration, and the burning desire to build a victory royale out of our enemies. But what if your squad is spread out wider than a shotgun blast radius? Stuck on Playstation while your best friend rocks a tricked-out PC? Fear not, fellow loopers! With the magic of crossplay, you can battle alongside your buddies regardless of their device allegiance.
Step 1: Become BFFs with Epic Games Accounts
This is like applying for Fortnite Club Med: you gotta have an Epic account to join the crossplay party. If you're a PC or mobile warrior, you're probably already set. Console commanders, however, will need to link their console account to an Epic account. It's a painless process, like looting a chest full of bandages - just follow the prompts on your console.
Pro Tip: Don't be that teammate who forgets their login. Nobody likes scrambling to reset passwords mid-match while the storm closes in.
Step 2: Assemble Your Crossplay Avengers (or Loser Squad, We Don't Judge)
Now for the fun part: adding your buddies! You can search for them by their Epic display name, which is essentially their Fortnite superhero codename (think "Cuddle_Team_Leader420" or "Totally_Not_A_Noob"). This can be done through the social menu on any platform. Be warned: Epic display names are not always as obvious as a giant, purple cube appearing in the sky, so double-check you're adding the right person before you shower them with friend requests.
Side Hustle: If your friend list is drier than a desert after a supply drop, hop online and find some crossplay comrades-in-arms! There are plenty of Fortnite communities where you can find people to squad up with.
Step 3: Party Time! (But Not the Boring Kind with Paper Hats)
Once you've assembled your magnificent crossplay crew, it's time to unleash mayhem on the island. Just boot up Fortnite, head to the party menu, and invite your newfound (or old) friends to join your game. You'll be battling alongside them in no time, sharing glorious victories and hilarious defeats.
Heads Up: The party leader's platform kind of dictates the matchmaking pool. So, if you're playing with a mobile mate, prepare to face some PC predators (don't worry, you can totally outsmart them with your mad building skills... maybe).
There you have it, folks! With these simple steps, you'll be crossplaying like a seasoned pro in no time. Now go forth, conquer the island, and rain down victory royales with your squad - no matter what device they call home. Remember, teamwork makes the dream work, even if your dream involves a llama costume and a rocket launcher.
