Bust a Move in Fortnite: The Not-So-Secret Guide to Emoting Like a Champ
You've looted all the best weapons, built a fortress worthy of a medieval king, and even eliminated a few unsuspecting foes (sorry not sorry). But something feels missing. That's right, my friend, it's emote time! Fortnite's emotes are the ultimate way to express yourself on the battlefield, whether you're celebrating a victory royale or taunting a downed opponent (just don't be a jerk, okay?).
This guide will turn you from a emote noob to a full-blown emote extraordinaire. So crank up the tunes, because it's time to boogie!
Emote 101: It's All in the Wrist (or Button Mashing)
Let's get down to brass tacks. Here's how to unleash your inner emote master:
Gear Up: Head to your Locker. This is where you can customize your look and, more importantly, equip your emote arsenal. Six emote slots await your finest dance moves and victory celebrations.
Hit the Right Button: Now that you're prepped, it's emote time! Here's the decoder ring for emote activation:
- PC Players: Channel your inner pianist and slam the B key.
- Console Warriors: Unleash your inner thumb gymnast and press down on the D-pad.
- Mobile Marvels: Look for the emote button on your touchscreen. It's usually located on the bottom right.
Pick Your Poison: A dazzling array of emotes will appear. Swipe or tilt your controller to choose your masterpiece. A quick tap, and BAM! You're breakdancing in a banana costume (or whatever emote you fancy).
Remember: You can only emote during a match. So, don't try to moonwalk in the lobby. They might just kick you out for indecent exposure in a cartoon world (trust me, it's happened).
Emote Etiquette: Don't Be That Guy (or Ghoul)
With great emote power comes great responsibility. Here are some friendly tips to ensure your emotes are legendary, not legendary-ly annoying:
- Read the Room: Don't do the floss after mercilessly eliminating someone. Maybe opt for a respectful bow or handshake emote instead.
- Don't Be a Stutterer: Spamming the emote button is the emote equivalent of a toddler throwing a tantrum. Pick your emote and stick with it, champ.
- Keep it Classy: There's a fine line between funny and obnoxious. Avoid those emotes that scream "look at me, look at me!" unless you're absolutely winning and everyone knows it.
Bonus Tip: If you emote at the right time, you might just confuse your opponent and score an easy elimination. Just sayin'.
Level Up Your Emote Game: Where to Find More Moves
The default emotes are cool and all, but where's the real pizzazz? Don't worry, fellow emoter, there are ways to expand your emote library:
- The Mighty Battle Pass: This in-game progression system unlocks goodies galore, including some truly epic emotes.
- V-Bucks (Fortnite's in-game currency) open the door to the Item Shop, a treasure trove of emotes waiting to be unleashed.
- Special Events: Keep your eyes peeled for special events that offer limited-edition emotes. You don't want to miss out on that victory dance that everyone will be talking about!
Now you're ready to dominate the emote scene! But wait, there's more...
Emote FAQ: Become an Emote Guru
Q: How to change my emote wheel selections?
- Easy! Head back to your Locker and swap out those emotes for something fresher.
Q: Can I use emotes while building?
- Nope. Gotta put down the building materials before you bust a move. Safety first, folks!
Q: How many emotes can I have in my emote wheel?
- Six slots await your emote glory. Choose wisely, young padawan.
Q: My emote isn't working! What do I do?
- Double-check you're in a match (emotes don't work in the lobby) and that you haven't accidentally deselected your emote in your Locker.
Q: How do I emote like a total pro?
- Practice makes perfect! Experiment with different emotes and find ones that suit your style. Most importantly, have fun and don't be afraid to
