You've Got Mail! (But It's Actually a Friend Request in Fortnite) - A Guide for Switch Legends
Let's face it, dropping onto that Fortnite island solo can be a lonely business. No teammates to revive you after you get sniped from a mile away (because let's be honest, that happens to the best of us). No victory royale dance party celebrations. Fear not, fellow Switch warriors, for friend requests are your gateway to squad supremacy and emote-filled glory! But how do you, a seasoned (or perhaps slightly-seasoned) Switch operator, accept these magical invitations to friendship? Don't worry, this guide is here to break it down for you, easier than building a noob tower.
The All-Seeing Eye (of your Social Menu)
First things first, you gotta find the social hub where these friend requests are chilling. Here's the intel:
- Boot up Fortnite and make sure you're in the Lobby. The Lobby is that fancy pre-game area where everyone looks fly in their latest skins (don't worry, your time to shine will come).
- Look up at the top right corner of your screen. See that fancy icon with your username initial? That's your Player Profile. Give it a tap with your trusty Joy-Con controller (or whichever fancy controller you use, we don't judge).
Friend Request HQ: The Add Friends Tab
A mystical menu shall appear, filled with options that would make James Bond jealous. But fear not, we seek only the sacred Add Friends tab. It's represented by a silhouette of a person with a plus sign – basically, the universal symbol for "New friends, welcome!"
Behold! The Glorious Friend Requests
A list shall appear, showcasing every gamer who wants to be your Fortnite BFF. This, my friend, is the promised land.
Accepting the Invitation (The Fun Part!)
Now comes the moment of truth. You get to decide who joins your Fortnite squad and who gets left on Party Royale duty (don't worry, Party Royale is fun too). Here's the lowdown:
- See a name you recognize and want to squad up with? Awesome! Simply move the cursor over their name and press the A button. A new menu will pop up, giving you the glorious option to "Accept". Do it! Feel the power of friendship coursing through your veins!
- Not sure about someone? No worries! You can always leave them hanging... for now.
Pro Tip: If you're feeling overwhelmed by requests, you can scroll all the way to the bottom and choose "Select All" followed by "Accept". Instant friend squad, get ready to dominate! (Just remember, great power comes great responsibility... to carry your new teammates occasionally).
You Did It! You're Now a Social Butterfly (Well, Almost)
Congratulations, Switch hero! You've successfully accepted a friend request and expanded your Fortnite network. Now you can party up, voice chat (if you're comfortable), and rain down victory royales together.
But wait, there's more!
Frequently Asked Friend Request Questions:
Q: How do I find recent players to send friend requests to?
A: No need to search high and low! After a match, you can find a list of recent players under the "Recent Players" tab in the social menu (it's right next to "Add Friends").
Q: What if I accidentally accept a friend request from someone I don't know?
A: No worries! You can always unfriend them later. Just go to their profile in your friend list and select "Remove Friend".
Q: My friend request menu is empty! Is there something wrong?
A: Check your internet connection first. If that's all good, it's possible no one has sent you a request yet. Keep dropping onto those islands and showing off your skills, friend requests will come eventually!
Q: I can't seem to find the "Add Friends" tab!
A: Deep breaths, champion! Double-check that you're looking in the top right corner of the Lobby screen after tapping your Player Profile icon.
Q: My friend says they sent me a request, but I don't see it. What do I do?
A: There could be a temporary glitch. Tell your friend to resend the request, and if it still doesn't show up, try restarting your Switch.
Now get out there, conquer those challenges, and build a friend squad worthy of legendary dance parties!
