You and Your Buddy About to Drop into Dusty Depot... Together? A Guide to Fortnite Split-Screen on Switch
So, you and your best bud are itching for some Victory Royales, but there's only one TV and a single Switch in your domain. Fear not, fellow loot llamas! Fortnite may not have a built-in split-screen mode on the Nintendo Switch, but that doesn't mean teamwork makes the dream work any less. With a little creative co-operation (and maybe some convincing to share those precious Joy-Con straps), you can be blasting noobs together in no time.
Grab Your Pickaxes, It's Controller Time!
This is where things get interesting. Unlike some fancypants consoles (looking at you, PlayStation and Xbox), Fortnite on Switch doesn't have a built-in "hey buddy, let's split the screen" option. But fear not, resourceful warriors! Here's what you gotta do:
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The Joy-Con Tango: First things first, you'll need a second pair of Joy-Cons. This is where negotiations might begin. Pro tip: If bribery is necessary, a promise of extra V-Bucks never hurts.
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Pairing Up: With both Joy-Cons in hand, turn on the second pair and sync them to your Switch like you normally would. It's a Joy-Con choreography!
From Solo to Squad: Logging In Like a Boss
Now that you've assembled your Fortnite squad (it's just the two of you, but hey, teamwork!), it's time to log in. Here's the battle plan:
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Fire Up Fortnite: Launch the game and get to the main lobby.
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The Second Player Strikes: With the second Joy-Cons in hand, have your partner press the "+" button (that big one in the middle of the right Joy-Con) to join the party.
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Welcome to the Lobby: Once they accept the invitation, your partner will appear in the Fortnite lobby with you. Now you can choose your outfits, emotes, and most importantly, those fancy backblings to assert dominance over your foes.
Remember: There might be a slight delay between the two screens, so don't get salty if your teammate seems a bit slow on the trigger. Patience, young Padawan, patience!
You're In! Now Let's Get This Party Royale Started
Congratulations, warriors! You've successfully wrangled Fortnite into split-screen mode. Now comes the fun part: dropping into the Battle Bus and showing everyone what a well-oiled duo you are. Here's a few things to keep in mind:
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Screen Estate: Things might feel a little cozy on that Switch screen, so be prepared to share the view. Try to coordinate your landings and looting to avoid any friendly fire incidents (nobody likes a pickaxe to the back of the head, not even from a teammate).
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Communication is Key: With split-screen, voice chat might be a bit tricky. Make sure you set up some hand signals or secret phrases to strategize your attacks. "Banana for danger!" "Pizza for healing!" You get the idea.
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Victory Royale... For Both of You? Technically, there can only be one winner. But hey, that doesn't mean you both can't enjoy the sweet satisfaction of taking down enemies together. Just be prepared for some serious bragging rights if your partner ends up snatching the Victory Royale.
So there you have it, folks! With a little ingenuity and teamwork, you and your buddy can be dominating the Fortnite scene on your Nintendo Switch. Now go forth, conquer those loot llamas, and floss on those unfortunate souls who stand in your way!
