The FNCS 2024 Fortnite grand finals have commenced, and the top players in Europe are currently engaged in intense battles for a chance to compete on the global stage. Over two days, the continent’s best Fortnite players are participating in a series of matches, with the top two teams earning a spot in the Global Fortnite Championship Series. Since the beginning of Chapter 5 season 1, the best duos in Europe have been vying for a staggering $7 million prize. The grand finals feature 50 teams and 12 matches in a bid to be crowned champions. The first six matches were played yesterday, with Wave and Rezon finishing at the top of the leaderboard, closely followed by Monaco Veno and Falcon Tayson, who staged a remarkable comeback to secure the second position.
The Fortnite Championship grand finals will continue today with the final six games set to be played. Stay updated with our live blog for the latest news and updates.
Fun facts about Fortnite
Fortnite, renowned for its battle-royale gameplay, is one of the most popular games globally. Here are some interesting facts about the game:
- The game boasts over 200 million accounts.
- Some parents are paying tutors $20 per hour to help their child improve at Fortnite.
- An amateur player won $3 million at the Fortnite World Cup.
Where to play Fortnite
Despite being banned from app stores, Fortnite can still be accessed on various consoles. It is available online via the Epic Games website and can also be found on the Xbox Marketplace, PlayStation Store, and Nintendo Switch. The game’s availability on iPhones and Androids remains uncertain.
Fortnite’s Revenue
Fortnite has emerged as a global phenomenon, generating a substantial amount of revenue. In 2018, it raked in $2.4 billion, surpassing the earnings of any game in history over a 12-month period. The game’s total revenue is estimated at around $3.8 billion, with its monthly revenue peaking at $372.2 million in December 2017. Third-party analysis suggests a 56% decline in monthly revenue since then.
Fortnite’s Ban from Mobile App Stores
Fortnite faced a ban from Apple and Google Play in 2020 after utilizing an unapproved payment mechanism.
