From Derp to Dope: A PS4 Player's Guide to Building Like a Boss in Fortnite
Let's face it, dropping into Fortnite and getting blasted by a ten-year-old who's built a five-star hotel in two seconds is enough to make anyone existential. Fear not, fellow PS4 warriors! This here guide will turn your building skills from "wooden shack" to "impregnable fortress" faster than you can say "Victory Royale."
Building Basics: Mastering the ABCs of Owning Noobs
First things first, you gotta get familiar with the build buttons. Muscle memory is your best friend here. R2 is your new BFF, because that's how you place those sweet, sweet walls. Circle brings the floor game, and L2 lets you crank out some ramps like a pro. Don't forget your trusty Pickaxe (that's R1), because sometimes you gotta break stuff down before you build it up.
Pro Tip: Practice switching between your building materials (wood, stone, metal) with the D-pad. Wood builds fast, stone offers a good middle ground, and metal is for when you absolutely, positively need to not get sniped by that bush camper.
Building Like a Baller: Fancy Footwork for Fancy Forts
Now that you've got the basics down, let's talk fancy. Building in Fortnite isn't just about throwing up walls – it's about creating an architectural masterpiece that would make Frank Lloyd Wright weep with joy (or maybe rage, those architects are a temperamental bunch).
The 90s: This bad boy is a building technique that lets you create a quick ramp-wall combo. Imagine a backwards "L." Jump, place a floor, then quickly put up a wall. That's the gist! Master this and you'll be confusing enemies faster than a chameleon with a paintbrush. There are plenty of tutorials online to show you the precise moves, but trust me, it's worth the practice.
Box Yourself In, But Not Literally: Being a turtle isn't always a bad thing. Learn to build yourself a little box for protection, but don't forget to leave an escape hatch! Trapping yourself in a wooden coffin isn't exactly a winning strategy.
Offensive Building: Building isn't just for defense! You can use ramps to push the high ground advantage, or build out crazy structures to confuse and outmaneuver your opponents. Get creative, have fun, and rain down destruction from your sky castle!
Remember: Building takes practice. Don't get discouraged if you whiff a few walls at first. Just keep at it, and before you know it, you'll be the one leaving opponents wondering "who built that?!"
How To FAQs for the Aspiring PS4 Builder
Q: How to switch building materials faster?
A: Practice using the D-pad to switch between wood, stone, and metal.
Q: How to build while moving?
A: Hold down L3 (the left stick) to jog while you build. This will keep you moving and make you a harder target.
Q: Should I use Turbo Building?
A: Absolutely! Turbo Building lets you hold down the build button to automatically place structures. It's a game-changer.
Q: What are some good places to practice building?
A: Creative Mode is your best friend! Here you can mess around with building all you want without the pressure of getting blasted.
Q: How do I get good at those fancy building techniques?
A: There are tons of Fortnite building tutorials available online [YouTube]. Watch the pros, practice their moves, and don't be afraid to experiment!
