Clip It or Lose It: How to Capture Your Fortnite Glory (and Goofy Fails) on PC
Let's face it, you just landed a clutch Victory Royale with some next-level building tricks that would make even Ninja shed a proud tear. Or maybe you accidentally launched yourself off a cliff with a well-placed rocket (hey, building a sky base is hard!). Either way, these moments deserve to be immortalized! But fear not, fellow Fortniter, for this guide will turn you into a clipping champion in no time.
Fortnite's Built-in Replay Buffer: Your First Line of Defense
Epic Games has your back, offering a built-in replay buffer. This bad boy lets you capture the good, the bad, and the downright hilarious moments of your Fortnite adventures. Here's how to use it:
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Turn it on! Head into Fortnite's settings, navigate to the "Video" tab, and make sure "Replay Buffer" is enabled. You can also set the recording length here, so you don't accidentally capture your entire session (unless you're going for that epic "Farmville: Battle Royale" documentary, no judgement).
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Clip that Epic Play (or Epic Fail)! While in-game, press the Escape (Esc) key by default. This captures the previous moments based on your chosen recording length. Boom! Your masterpiece (or derp) is saved.
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Finding Your Clips: Head over to your Fortnite directory (usually under "Documents/Fortnite/Replay"). There you'll find your captured clips, ready to be shared with the world (or used for blackmail...we won't judge).
Bonus Tip: You can also set a custom keybind for clipping in the settings menu. No more fumbling for Esc in the heat of the moment!
Third-Party Software: For the Clip-Happy Connoisseur
The built-in replay buffer is great, but what if you crave more control? Fear not, for the glorious world of third-party software awaits! Here are a few popular options:
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NVIDIA GeForce Experience (Shadowplay): This gem comes bundled with NVIDIA graphics cards and offers fantastic recording features. Just hit Alt+Z to access the overlay and start clipping!
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AMD ReLive: Similar to Shadowplay, but for our AMD brethren. Unleash your inner director with easy recording and editing tools.
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OBS Studio: The free, open-source king of recording software. It offers a steeper learning curve, but the customization options are endless.
Remember: Download software only from trusted sources!
FAQ: Clip Like a Pro
How to clip the last 30 seconds of gameplay?
Most third-party software like Shadowplay or ReLive allow you to set a custom buffer time.
How to edit my clips?
Many screen recording programs offer basic editing tools. Alternatively, you can use free or paid video editing software for more advanced magic.
How to share my clips?
Once you have your edited masterpiece, upload it to your favorite platform like YouTube, Twitch, or even send it to your squad for bragging rights.
How to clip those automatic "elimination highlights"?
Unfortunately, Fortnite on PC doesn't currently offer automatic highlight capture like consoles. But hey, that's what the replay buffer is for!
How to become a famous Fortnite clip maker?
Practice, patience, and a healthy dose of outrageous plays (or hilarious fails) will get you there!
Now go forth, clip your victories, document your derps, and become a legend (or at least provide endless entertainment for your friends). Remember, clipping is half the fun, so get out there and capture your Fortnite journey!
