From Flopping Fish to FEARSOME FORTRESS: A Beginner's Guide to Building Like a Badass in Fortnite (PC)
Let's face it, dropping into Fortnite and getting immediately whacked by a dude who builds a five-star hotel in the blink of an eye is enough to make you uninstall faster than you can say "Victory Royale." But fear not, fledgling builder! This guide will turn your wooden shack building skills into Taj Mahal-worthy architectural wonders (or at least get you past the box stage).
Mastering the Material Mayhem:
Turbocharge Your Tools: Look, nobody enjoys holding down a button for ages just to place a measly wall. Enable "Turbo Building" in settings. This lets you hold down the button and BLAMMO, instant fort. You'll be out-building Bob the Builder in no time.
Key-tastic Keybinds: The default keybinds might feel like trying to play the piano with oven mitts. Don't be afraid to experiment! Put your walls, floors, and ramps on keys that are comfy for your fingers to reach. Imagine yourself as a building-fu master, your fingers dancing across the keyboard in a symphony of construction!
Building Badassery: 90s and Beyond!
Okay, so you've got the basics down. Now it's time to impress everyone with your sick building moves.
The 90 Trick: This is the bread and butter of getting the high ground. It's basically a fancy way of building a staircase while moving to the side. There are plenty of tutorials online, but remember, practice makes perfect. Just don't accidentally build yourself into a corner!
Box Yourself In (Smarter, Not Harder): While turtling under a box might seem like a safe strategy, it's a recipe for disaster. Learn to edit your structures! This will allow you to create windows to peek out and shoot or sneaky escape tunnels for a tactical retreat (or a full-on ninja vanish, whichever suits your fancy).
Don't Be a Flat Stanley: Building flat structures is a surefire way to get sniped from a mile away. Mix things up! Use ramps and angled walls to create unpredictable fortresses that will leave your opponents scratching their heads (and maybe a little jealous).
Building with Flair: Because Looking Good Matters
Let's not forget, looking snazzy while you dominate is key.
Matching Your Outfit to Your Building Style: A bright pink princess skin with a sniper rifle behind a wall of spikes? Maybe not. Coordinate your building style with your character for maximum intimidation (or comedic effect, we won't judge).
The Art of the Decoy: Feeling playful? Build a fake replica of yourself out in the open to distract enemies while you flank them from behind. Bonus points for adding a boogie bomb for maximum trickery.
Remember: Building is a skill that takes time and practice. Don't get discouraged if you don't become a building god overnight. Just keep stacking those walls, and soon you'll be the envy of the entire lobby.
FAQ: Building Like a Boss - Quick Tips
- How to Turbo Build Faster? Practice your 90s and edit drills! The faster you move your mouse and make decisions, the faster you'll build.
- How to Get Better Keybinds? Look at pro player setups for inspiration, but ultimately, find what feels comfortable for you.
- How to Deal with Build Battles? Don't just spam walls! Learn to edit and create unexpected openings to gain the upper hand.
- How to Build Against Snipers? Don't be predictable. Move erratically and use angled builds for cover.
- How to Not Get Confused During Build Fights? Stay calm and focus on your build order. Muscle memory is your friend here.
