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Immerse yourself in “Forever,” a fansong celebrating the captivating world of New World and the mystical island of Aeternum! In just 3 minutes and 24 seconds, experience the adventure, magic, and mystery that defines the world of Aeternum.

Uploaded: October 4, 2024
?? Duration: 3m 24s

Discover Aeternum’s Mystical World Through Song

Watch now to enjoy “Forever,” an original fan-created song that captures the epic feel of New World and its endless challenges and rewards!

Lyrics
I thought the end would always come,
A final breath, a setting sun.
But then I saw this broken place,
Where time itself just slips away.


In the shadows, where nothing dies,
An island waits beneath dark skies.
With dreams of power, but hearts undone,
What will you do when forever comes?


This land of danger, this endless fight,
Where battles rage through endless night.
A place of glory, but at what cost?
For in this power, what have we lost?


In the shadows, where nothing dies,
An island waits beneath dark skies.
With dreams of power, but hearts undone,
What will you do when forever comes?


When you find this place, blade in hand,
Will you take control, or will you stand?
With endless time and fate unbound,
What will you do when no end is found?

Seasons in New World has arrived, and players can celebrate the launch of Seasons 1: Fellowship & Fire with the Warrior Poetica Twitch Drop. This special Drop includes all five pieces of the Warrior Poetica armor skin set - the Ornate Jacquard Bracers, Ornate Jacquard Brogens, Ornate Jacquard Chausses, Ornate Jacquard Mantilla, and Ornate Jacquard Gambeson. It will become available for Twitch viewers on April 4th at 8AM PT (3PM UTC).

To claim the Drop, viewers will need to accumulate 4 hours of watch time on a New World Twitch Channel with Drops enabled. Each additional 4 hours watched will net you another piece of the Warrior Poetica armor skin set. The skin set will be claimable in the following order: The Ornate Jacquard Bracers (4 total hours watched), Ornate Jacquard Brogens (8 total hours watched), Ornate Jacquard Chausses (12 total hours watched), Ornate Jacquard Mantilla (16 total hours watched), and Ornate Jacquard Gambeson (20 total hours watched).

It's important to note that players must ensure that their Twitch account is linked to either their Amazon Games or Steam accounts. This will ensure that they can claim the Warrior Poetica Twitch Drop as well as future Drops for New World.

Full Step by Ste Guide on how new world drops work

For those unfamiliar with Twitch Drops, they are special in-game items or rewards that can be earned by watching specific streams on Twitch. These Drops have become increasingly popular among game developers and content creators as a way to engage with their audiences and reward viewers for watching their streams.

So, if you're a New World player and you want to get your hands on the exclusive Warrior Poetica armor skin set, make sure to tune in to a New World Twitch channel with Drops enabled and accumulate the necessary watch time. It's time to gear up and get ready for a new season in New World!

This is a map of all the various housing plots and tier level from the settlement in Mourningdale. Use it to find the specific housing plot with the tier level that you want to invest.

• Costs 5000
• Fast Travel Cooldown: 240 minutes / 4 hours
• Territory Standing Requirements: 10
• Max Number of Total Housing Items without perks: 100
• Max storage pieces: 1
• Max number of pets: 5
• Max number of lights: 4

• Costs 10000
• Fast Travel Cooldown: 180 minutes / 3 hours
• Territory Standing Requirements: 15
• Max Number of Total Housing Items without perks: 125
• Max storage pieces: 2
• Max number of pets: 6
• Max number of lights: 6

• Costs 15000
• Fast Travel Cooldown: 150 minutes / 2.5 hours
• Territory Standing Requirements: 20
• Max Number of Total Housing Items without perks: 150
• Max storage pieces: 3
• Max number of pets:7
• Max number of lights: 8

• Costs 20000
• Fast Travel Cooldown: 120 minutes / 2 hours
• Territory Standing Requirements: 30
• Max Number of Total Housing Items without perks: 200
• Max storage pieces: 4
• Max number of pets: 8
• Max number of lights: 10

1. Ancient's Rise
   
2. Barren Wastes
3. Searing Sands
4. Scorched Battlefield
5. Windswept Highlands
6. Come data coming soon.
   

• Iron
  
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Low chance to get the following:
    • Flawed Gems and higher tier types
      
    • Fae Iron
      
    • Sliver, Chunk, Shard of Cobalt, Crystal
    • Small Quartz Crystal
      
• Silver
  
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Gatherable at 10, Tracked at 35
  • Low chance to get the following:
    • Gems
    • Small Quartz Crystal
      
• Gold
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Gatherable at 45, Tracked at 70
  • Low chance to get the following:
    • Gems, Brilliant / Pristine Gems
    • Small Quartz Crystal
      
• Starmetal
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Gatherable at 100, Tracked at 125
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Gems
    • Sliver, Chunk, Shard of Cobalt, Crystal
    • Small Quartz Crystal
• Lodestone
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Gatherable at 105, Tracked at 155
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Shard of Adamant, Adderstone
      
• Platinum
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Gatherable at 110, Tracked at 135
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Brilliant, Pristine Gems
    • Small Quartz Crystal
      
• Orichalcum
  
  • Marked on map with this color:       and a yellow outer glow
  • Gatherable at 175, Tracked at 200
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Brilliant, Pristine Gems
      
    • Sliver, Chunk, Shard of Cobalt, Crystal, Sparkmetal
    • Small Quartz Crystal
    • Void Ore
    • Cinnabar
    • Tolvium
      

Alchemy Stones - can be mined at 50, tracked at 75.

• Blightcrag
  
  • Marked on map as D with a pink outer glow
  • Yields
    
    • Death Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Putrid Lodestone
• Earthcrag
  
  • Marked on map as E with a light green outer glow
    
  • Yields
    
    • Earth Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Loamy Lodestone
• Soulspire
  
  • Marked on map as S with a purple outer glow
  • Yields
    
    • Soul Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Crystalline Lodestone
• Springstone
  
  • Marked on map as W with a light green outer glow
    
  • Yields
    
    • Water Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Freezing Lodestone

Wood / Logging

• Wyrdwood
  
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Gatherable at 100, Tracked at 125
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Softwood Tree Sap
    • Drop, Vial of Wyrdwood Sap
    • Sliver, Shard, Chunk of Wyrdwood Resin
    • Whisperwood
    • Quillbark
      

Plants / Harvesting

• Hemp
  • Marked on map with this color:      
  • Yields
    
    • Fibers
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Dead Dryad Vine
    • Drop of Azalea Nectar
      
    • Shadecloth
    • Phasefiber
    • Verbena Stem, Leaf, Flower
      
• Herbs
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Yields
    
    • Hyssop
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Basil
    • Garlic
    • Tarragon
• Silkweed
  • Marked on map with this color:     
  • Yields
    
    • Silk Threads
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Dead Dryad Vine
    • Vial of Azalea Nectar
      
    • Verbena Stem, Leaf, Flower
    • Glintstrands
    • Scalecord
      
• Wirefiber
  
  • Marked on map with this color:      
    
  • Yields
    
    • Wirefiber
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Dead Dryad Vine
    • Draught of Azalea Nectar
      
    • Verbena Stem, Leaf, Flower
    • Blisterweave
    • Scalecloth

Foods

• Berry
  
  • Marked on map as R
• Blueberry
  
  • Marked on map as B
• Broccoli
  
  • Marked on map as O
• Cabbage
  
  • Marked on map as G
• Carrots
  
  • Marked on map as C
• Corn
  
  • Marked on map as K
• Cranberries
  
  • Marked on map as U
• Honey
  
  • Marked on map as H
• Nuts
  
  • Marked on map as N
• Potatoes
  
  • Marked on map as P
• Squash
  
  • Marked on map as Q
• Strawberries
  
  • Marked on map as T

Other
Custom map filters showing only turkey nest, saltpeter.

• Turkey Nest
  
  • Yields
    
    • Feathers
    • Egg
      
• Saltpeter
  
  • Marked on map with this color     

Magical Plants - gatherable at 30, tracked at 45.

• Shockbulb
  
  • Marked on map as A
  • Yields
    
    • Air Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Shockbulb Steam
      
    • Shockbulb Leaf
    • Shockbulb Flower
      
• Blightroot
  
  • Marked on map as D
  • Yields
    
    • Death Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Blightroot Stem
      
    • Blightroot Leaf
    • Blightroot Flower
      
• Earthspine
  
  • Marked on map as E
  • Yields
    
    • Earth Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Earthspine Stem
      
    • Earthspine Leaf
    • Earthspine Flower
    • Sliver, Shard, Chunk of Enchanted Earth
      
• Dragonglory
  
  • Marked on map as F
  • Yields
    
    • Fire Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    • Dragonglory Stem
      
    • Dragonglory Leaf
    • Dragonglory Flower
      
• Lifebloom
  
  • Marked on map as L
  • Yields
    
    • Life Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Lifebloom Stem
      
    • Lifebloom Leaf
    • Lifebloom Flower
      
• Soulsprout
  
  • Marked on map as S
  • Yields
    
    • Soul Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Soulsprout Stem
      
    • Soulsprout Leaf
    • Soulsprout Flower
      
• Rivercress
  
  • Marked on map as W
  • Yields
    
    • Water Mote
      
  • Low chance to get the following:
    
    • Rivercress Stem
      
    • Rivercress Leaf
    • Rivercress Flower
      

Magical Creatures - tracked at 175.

• Blightmoth
  
  • Marked on map as D with a        outer glow
    
  • Yields
    
    • Death Mote
  • Low chance to get the following:
    • Blightmoth Dust
      
• Lifemoth
  
  • Marked on map as L with a light orange outer glow
  • Yields
    
    • Life Mote
  • Low chance to get the following:
    • Lifemoth Eyes
      
• Soulwyrm 
  • Marked on map as S with a light orange outer glow
  • Yields
    
    • Soul Mote
  • Low chance to get the following:
    • Soulwyrm Tongue
      

Dyes - marked on the map as X

• Prismabloom
  
  • Can only be found in Brimstone Sands in many different areas, we will be adding markers on this in the future.

• N/A
  
  • Can be found many different areas in Brimstone Sands, we will be adding markers on this in the future.

• Coming soon
  

Misc

Provisions you can find in this territory for cooking include the following:

• Apple
• Milk
• Salt

If you notice any issues with the map above or data fill free to comment.

Trying to download the preload for New World is producing the following "An error occurred while installing New World (invalid platforum).

Solution to the problem,  Close out Steam client and restart it will fix this issue if you have it on your system.

• Hit Points - 500 Normal / 1000 Expert
• Damage - 75 Normal / 150 Expert
  
  • Can cause on fire debuff
• Defense - 34
• Knock back resist - 0.4

• 10 Silver
• Bone Feather - very rare
• Keybrand - very rare
• Magnet Sphere - very rare
• Wisp in a Bottle - very rare

• Hit Points - 500 Normal / 1000 Expert
• Damage - 40 Normal / 80 Expert
  
  • Can cause on fire debuff
• Defense - 54
• Knock back resist - 0.2

• 10 Silver
• Bone Feather - very rare
• Keybrand - very rare
• Magnet Sphere - very rare
• Wisp in a Bottle - very rare

• Hit Points - 450 Normal / 900 Expert
• Damage - 65 Normal / 130 Expert
  
  • Can cause on fire debuff
• Defense - 48
• Knock back resist - 0.3

• 10 Silver
• Bone Feather - very rare
• Keybrand - very rare
• Magnet Sphere - very rare
• Wisp in a Bottle - very rare

• Hit Points - 400 Normal / 800 Expert
• Damage - 70 Normal / 140 Expert
  
  • Can cause on fire debuff
• Defense - 32
• Knock back resist - 0.4

• 10 Silver
• Bone Feather - very rare
• Keybrand - very rare
• Magnet Sphere - very rare
• Wisp in a Bottle - very rare

• Hit Points - 500 Normal / 1000 Expert
• Damage - 85 Normal / 170 Expert
  
  • Can cause broken armor debuff
• Defense - 54
• Knock back resist - 0.2

• 10 Silver
• Armor Polish - very rare
• Bone Feather - very rare
• Magnet Sphere - very rare
• Keybrand - very rare
• Wisp in a Bottle - very rare

May 1, 2026 – The Force is stronger than ever in Fortnite. Today marks the official launch of the massive Star Wars™ toolkit in Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) and Fortnite Creative.

Epic Games, Lucasfilm, and Disney dropped three flagship experiences alongside hundreds of community-built islands. Whether you crave roguelike storytelling, tycoon empire-building, mech warfare, or intense PvP sieges, the galaxy has never been more alive inside Fortnite.

This isn’t just another collab. This is Battlefront-level creativity meets Fortnite’s infinite possibilities. Here’s your complete guide to the best new Star Wars games dropping today – with direct island codes, gameplay breakdowns, pro strategies, and why you’ll be playing them for weeks.

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1. Star Wars Roguelike (7178-2873-9152)

“The galaxy still has stories to tell… it’s time to discover them.”

Play it now: 7178-2873-9152

This roguelike masterpiece lets you join the Rebellion, run procedural missions, upgrade your gear and rewards, and customize your own lightsaber in real time. Expect intense combat against Imperial forces, deep progression systems, and that perfect “one more run” loop that roguelikes do best.

Standout Features:

• Fully customizable lightsabers (color, hilt, effects)
• Mission-based progression with meaningful upgrades
• Rebellion vs Empire storytelling that feels cinematic
• Replayability powered by procedural generation

Pro Tip: Focus on mission variety early – the best saber upgrades come from completing high-risk objectives. Perfect for solo players who want narrative depth in Fortnite.

2. DROID TYCOON (7865-8305-9184)

Official Epic + Lucasfilm Experience

Play it now: 7865-8305-9184

Start with a tiny workshop and build a full droid empire. Craft authentic Star Wars droids using real blueprints, send them on missions for credits, manage factory lines, and keep your favorite creations as companions.

Standout Features:

• Deep tycoon simulation with real Star Wars lore accuracy
• 40+ droids to build and customize
• Live economy, factory management, and special missions
• Relaxing yet addictive progression loop

Pro Tip: Prioritize rare component unlocks early. Your workshop scales exponentially once you automate missions. Ideal for players who love management sims and want to role-play as a droid engineer on Tatooine.

3. STAR WARS: DROID WARS (9622-2550-0558)

“Step into a full Star Wars battlefield”

Play it now: 9622-2550-0558

Pilot advanced battle droids and mechs in nonstop action. When your mech falls, seamlessly switch to playing as a Jedi or Sith and continue the fight against Wookiees, Rebels, and Clone forces.

Standout Features:

• Silky-smooth droid control rigs with realistic animation
• Fully custom weapons + mid-match upgrades
• Live gold economy and real-time loadouts
• Skill-based heat/overheat system
• Abilities: EMP, Blink, Frenzy, Heal, Shield
• Multiple builds: Tank, Assassin, Control, Burst
• First-to-50 kills – pure adrenaline

Pro Tip: Master the overheat system and use EMP/Blink for clutch plays. The mech-to-Force-user transition is one of the smoothest mechanics ever built in Fortnite Creative.

Bonus Official Experiences (Don’t Miss These!)

• Galactic Siege (5003-9856-3648) – 10v10 class-based PvP across iconic planets. Capture objectives, pilot vehicles, and become a hero.
• Escape Vader (7285-4185-5428) – 4-player co-op horror. Survive and escape a wrecked Star Destroyer while Darth Vader hunts you down.

Comparison Table: Which Star Wars Fortnite Experience Is Right for You?

Out-of-the-Box Ideas to Level Up Your Experience

1. Host a Star Wars LAN Night – Queue into Droid Wars or Galactic Siege with friends using Discord voice chat.
2. Create Your Own Island – The toolkit is live! Download UEFN, grab the Star Wars templates, and start building your dream Mos Eisley cantina or Endor base.
3. Complete Weekly Quests – Play any Star Wars island this month for free in-game rewards.
4. Track Your Progress – Use Fortnite’s new Star Wars collection page in Discover to find even more hidden gems.

Why This Matters (And Why You Should Jump In Today)

For years, Star Wars fans dreamed of true freedom in Fortnite. Today that dream is reality. These maps aren’t just reskins – they’re fully realized games built with official assets that respect the lore while pushing Fortnite Creative to new heights.

Whether you’re a casual player looking for fun or a hardcore gamer chasing leaderboards, there’s something here for everyone.

Ready to enter the galaxy?
Drop your favorite island code in the comments below! Which one are you queuing into first? Tag your squad and let’s make this the biggest Star Wars day Fortnite has ever seen.

May the Force be with you… and may your K/D stay legendary.

Star Wars content in Fortnite is developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm and Disney. All island codes are live as of May 1, 2026.

Fortnite Anti-Cheat Update 2026: Complete Guide to TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and IOMMU Requirements for Competitive Play

Published: May 2026 | Updated for the latest Epic Games policies

Fortnite’s competitive ecosystem has taken a major leap forward in fairness and integrity. On February 19, 2026, Epic Games expanded its PC anti-cheat hardware requirements to all tournaments, mandating three security features: Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, and IOMMU (Intel VT-d or AMD-Vi).

This builds on the February 2025 rollout that first required TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot for high-stakes events (Account Level 350+). The 2026 update applies universally to every sanctioned tournament, reflecting Epic’s ongoing commitment to eliminating cheating at the hardware level.

Approximately 95% of Fortnite PC players use Windows 11-compatible hardware and can meet these requirements without purchasing new components. For the remaining players — typically those on older systems — the changes represent a one-time setup investment that protects the integrity of competitive play for everyone.

Why These Requirements Matter in 2026

Cheating in Fortnite has evolved beyond simple software aimbots and wallhacks. Modern threats include:

• Kernel-level cheats that load before Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC)
• Bootkits and rootkits that bypass traditional detection
• DMA (Direct Memory Access) hardware cheats — external devices that read game memory directly from a second PC

Epic’s multi-layered defense now combines:

• Easy Anti-Cheat (kernel-level protection)
• Machine learning and behavioral analysis
• Proactive exploit patching
• Community reporting
• Aggressive legal action against cheaters, sellers, and DDoS attackers

The hardware requirements close critical gaps that software alone cannot address.

Understanding the Three Security Features

IOMMU is the newest addition and the most significant for 2026. It acts as a hardware firewall, restricting peripheral devices (PCIe cards, external cheat boxes) from reading or writing directly to game memory. This directly counters a growing class of sophisticated hardware-assisted cheats that previously bypassed EAC.

Who Is Affected?

• All PC tournament participants (casual/ranked play remains unaffected)
• Players on modern systems (2018+ motherboards, Windows 11 compatible CPUs): Usually one-time BIOS enablement
• Older hardware (pre-TPM 2.0 support): May require BIOS update, motherboard replacement, or Windows 11 upgrade
• Console and mobile players: No changes

Good news: Enabling these features has negligible impact on in-game performance or boot times for most users. The primary cost is the initial setup time (typically 10–30 minutes).

Step-by-Step: How to Enable the Requirements

Important: Back up important data and note your current BIOS settings before making changes. If you are uncomfortable editing BIOS, consult a professional or your PC manufacturer’s support.

1. Verify Current Status (Windows)

1. Press Win + R, type msinfo32, and press Enter.
2. Check:
   • Secure Boot State ? Should show “On”
   • TPM Manufacturer and version (look for 2.0)
   • Note your BaseBoard Manufacturer and CPU for IOMMU instructions

2. Enter BIOS/UEFI

Restart your PC and repeatedly tap the BIOS key during boot (common keys: Delete, F2, F10, or F12 — check your motherboard manual).

3. Enable Each Feature

Secure Boot

• Navigate to the Boot tab
• Set Secure Boot to Enabled (or “Standard” / “Windows UEFI Mode”)
• Save & Exit

TPM 2.0

• Go to Advanced ? Trusted Computing / Security / CPU Configuration
• Enable PTT (Intel) or fTPM / AMD fTPM (AMD)
• Save & Exit

IOMMU

• Look under Advanced ? System Agent / PCIe / CPU Configuration / Memory
• Enable VT-d (Intel) or AMD-Vi / SVM (AMD)
• Save & Exit

After changes, boot into Windows and relaunch Fortnite. The game (via EAC) will verify the settings server-side when you attempt to join a tournament.

Official Resources (always use these for your specific hardware):

• Epic Games Help pages for Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, and IOMMU
• Microsoft TPM guide
• Your motherboard manufacturer’s BIOS manual

Troubleshooting “System Requirements Failed” or “IOMMU Required” Errors

This error appears when the game cannot confirm the features are active. Common fixes:

1. Re-verify in BIOS — Some motherboards require specific modes (e.g., “Windows” instead of “Other OS” for Secure Boot).
2. Update BIOS — Newer firmware often improves TPM/IOMMU support.
3. Clear CMOS (last resort) — Resets BIOS to defaults; re-enable features afterward.
4. Windows-side checks:
   • Run tpm.msc to confirm TPM 2.0 is ready
   • Ensure Windows 11 is fully updated
5. Restart and re-launch Fortnite after every BIOS change.
6. Contact Epic Support with your msinfo32 details if issues persist.

Most players resolve the error within one or two attempts following the official guides.

Epic’s Broader Anti-Cheat Strategy & Legal Crackdown

Hardware requirements are only one pillar. In 2025–2026, Epic has:

• Issued lifetime bans across all Epic services for serious offenders
• Pursued civil lawsuits resulting in judgments such as $175,000 against a tournament cheater
• Forced public apologies from violators as part of settlements
• Targeted cheat developers, sellers, account traders, and DDoS attackers

Illegal activity (cheating, selling cheats, account trading) now carries real-world financial and legal consequences in addition to in-game bans. This sends a clear message: competitive integrity is non-negotiable.

Community and Pro Player Reception

Pros and serious competitors have largely welcomed the changes. Many report noticeably cleaner lobbies and renewed confidence in tournament results.

Casual and mid-tier players express occasional frustration with the one-time setup, but widespread guides, YouTube tutorials, and community support have minimized friction. There has been no large-scale backlash comparable to some other titles’ similar rollouts.

The consensus in 2026: A necessary and effective evolution that raises the bar for the entire esports industry.

Performance, Compatibility & Future Outlook

• Performance impact: None measurable in gameplay. Minor increase in boot time for some configurations.
• Compatibility: Vast majority of gaming PCs built since ~2018 support all three features natively.
• Future: Expect continued tightening of requirements across competitive titles. Fortnite is setting a new standard that other developers are already following or considering.

Key Takeaways

• Effective February 19, 2026: All PC tournaments require Secure Boot + TPM 2.0 + IOMMU.
• 95% of players can comply with existing hardware.
• These features primarily block sophisticated hardware and boot-level cheats that software anti-cheat cannot stop alone.
• Setup is a one-time process with excellent official documentation.
• Epic continues aggressive legal enforcement alongside technical measures.

Final Verdict: A 10/10 Move for Competitive Integrity

Fortnite’s 2026 anti-cheat expansion is a textbook example of responsible, forward-thinking game stewardship. By combining cutting-edge hardware security with proven legal deterrence and ongoing software improvements, Epic has created one of the fairest competitive environments in battle royale esports.

If you plan to compete at any level in 2026 or beyond, enable these features today. The small upfront effort pays dividends in cleaner matches, restored trust, and the knowledge that skill — not exploits — decides every Victory Royale.

Ready to compete? Open your BIOS, enable the three features, and drop into your next tournament with confidence.

Questions or still stuck? Drop your motherboard model and exact error in the comments or visit Epic’s official support pages. The community and Epic support teams are highly responsive.

This article reflects the current state of Fortnite’s anti-cheat policies as of May 2026. Requirements and enforcement may evolve; always check official Epic sources for the latest information.

Share this guide with your squad — fair play starts with preparation. See you in the lobbies.

Fortnite Save the World is Now Free to Play in 2026 – Everything You Need to Know

Big Update (May 2026): Fortnite Save the World officially went free-to-play on April 16, 2026. The long wait is over — you no longer need to purchase the mode to play it.

What Happened to Fortnite Save the World?

On March 11, 2026, Epic Games announced that Save the World would transition to free-to-play on April 16, 2026. This marked the end of its paid-only era, which had lasted since its early access launch in 2017.

The mode is now available at no cost on:

• PC
• PlayStation 4 & 5
• Xbox
• Cloud Gaming
• Nintendo Switch 2

Note: It remains unavailable on smartphones and tablets.

What is Fortnite Save the World?

Save the World is the original PvE (player vs. environment) mode that launched Fortnite. It is a co-op action-building game with strong tower defense elements where you fight against zombie-like creatures called Husks in a post-apocalyptic world threatened by a mysterious storm.

Key features include:

• Story-driven campaign across multiple zones (Stonewood, Plankerton, Canny Valley, Twine Peaks)
• Base-building and defense missions
• Hero collection and progression system
• Weapon and trap crafting
• Co-op gameplay (up to 4 players)

Many players describe it as a mix of tower defense, survival crafting, and looter-shooter gameplay.

Important: V-Bucks Earning in 2026

One major change with the free-to-play transition:

• Only Founders (players who purchased Save the World before April 16, 2026) can continue earning V-Bucks through Daily Quests, Mission Alerts, and Storm Shield Defenses.
• New free players do not earn V-Bucks from Save the World.

Founders can still earn up to approximately 100 V-Bucks per day (plus more from alerts and challenges). This is the main remaining benefit for long-time owners.

How to Play Save the World for Free

1. Open the Epic Games Launcher (PC) or your console’s Fortnite client.
2. Launch Fortnite.
3. Go to the Save the World tab (it should now appear for everyone).
4. Download the mode if prompted (it’s a separate download from Battle Royale).

You can also visit the official page: fortnite.com/save-the-world

Is Fortnite Save the World Worth Playing in 2026?

Yes — especially now that it’s free.

Pros:

• Completely free to try with no paywall
• Deep progression and satisfying building/defense gameplay
• Great co-op experience with friends
• Regular updates and events (especially around major Fortnite seasons)
• Unique story and atmosphere separate from Battle Royale

Cons:

• Steep learning curve for new players
• Can feel grindy in later zones
• Smaller player base compared to Battle Royale
• No V-Bucks for new players

If you enjoy PvE games like Destiny, Warframe, or tower defense titles, Save the World is worth trying now that there’s zero financial risk.

Final Verdict

Fortnite Save the World’s move to free-to-play in April 2026 was a welcome change that finally opened the mode to a much wider audience. While it no longer offers V-Bucks to new players, it remains one of the most unique and content-rich experiences in the Fortnite universe.

Recommendation: Download it today and give it a try. You have nothing to lose and a massive campaign + co-op experience to gain.

Have you tried Save the World since it went free? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Last updated: May 2026

So one of the biggest cheats you can do in fortnite is to have the FPS rate at 240+.  What exactly does that do? 

Well its pretty simple, it gives smoother mouse movement/performance and a couple of milliseconds advantage vs people who play at 60 FPS or even more at 30 FPS.  You can do more in the same time frame because of all the extra frames. This is why some of the best players are always ahead of others.  All of them know about playing at 240+ FPS, you can generally see the FPS monitor on screen because its just that important.

Here is a screenshot of Tfue with over 290+ FPS.

Starting today, August 13, fortnite is having a permanent discount for vbuck purchases when you use their "epic direct payment" on mobile.  For PC and console players the discount is already available, nothing special has to be done.

 The discount rate is 20% on purchases of 1,000 V-Bucks. Here are the rates with discount and with out.

• US Dollar
  • $7.99 + Sales Tax via epic direct.
  • Using Google Play or App Store its $9.99  + Sales Tax
    
• Euro
  
  • 7.99€ + VAT via epic direct.
  • Using Google Play or App Store its 9.99€  + VAT