Craving Fortnite on your iPad? Here's how to snag a Victory Royale (without throwing a tantrum in the Apple store)
Let's face it, Fortnite is like the peanut butter to your jelly, the sunshine to your beach day, the missing piece to your... well, you get the idea. And what better way to enjoy that sweet, sweet Fortnite action than on your trusty iPad? But hold on there, young Padawan. There's been a bit of a kerfuffle between Epic Games (the makers of Fortnite) and Apple, meaning Fortnite isn't available on the App Store like it used to be. Fear not, fellow fort-fanatic, for there's still a way to get your Battle Royale fix.
The Not-So-Secret Weapon: Cloud Gaming
Imagine this: playing Fortnite on your iPad, but it's like magic – the game isn't actually downloaded on your device. This is the beauty of cloud gaming, and it's our saving grace in this situation. Here's the gist:
- Cloud who? Cloud gaming basically means the game runs on powerful computers elsewhere (in the cloud, duh!), and you stream it to your device. Kind of like watching a movie on Netflix, but instead of chilling, you're blasting noobs.
- Your Chariot Awaits: There are a couple of cloud gaming services that let you play Fortnite on your iPad. We'll be focusing on Xbox Cloud Gaming in this guide, but hey, feel free to explore others if you're feeling adventurous (just make sure they play Fortnite nicely).
Buckle Up, Buttercup: Here's the Plan
Alright, enough chit-chat, let's get down to brass tacks. Here's what you need to do:
- Become a Cloud Crusader: First things first, you'll need a Microsoft account to use Xbox Cloud Gaming. Don't worry, creating one is free and easier than explaining offside to your dad.
- Channel Your Inner Web-slinger: Grab your iPad and open Safari. Because hey, even superheroes gotta browse the web.
- Seek the Cloud Citadel: Head over to Xbox Cloud Gaming's website (https://www.xbox.com/en-US/cloud-gaming) and prepare to be amazed (or at least mildly impressed).
- Unleash the Fortnite Fury: You should see Fortnite staring back at you, begging to be played. Click on that glorious icon like it holds the last slice of pizza.
- Homeward Bound: Xbox Cloud Gaming might ask you to add a shortcut to your home screen. Do it. Trust us, future you will thank you.
Pro-Tip: Having a strong internet connection is key for smooth cloud gaming. Don't attempt this on that dodgy Wi-Fi at your grandma's house – you might end up rage-quitting faster than you can say "lag."
Bonus Round: Owning the Game Like a Boss
While cloud gaming is awesome, it doesn't hurt to have the actual Fortnite downloaded on your device, right? Well, since Fortnite isn't on the App Store anymore, this option is currently unavailable. But hey, maybe someday the Fortnite gods will smile upon us again. Until then, cloud gaming is your best bet.
So there you have it, folks! With a little cloud magic, you can be building forts and dropping dance moves on your iPad in no time. Now go forth, young warrior, and claim those Victory Royales! Just remember to be nice to the noobs – we were all there once (and secretly still are sometimes).
