Fortnite For Dummies

Play--and survive--in the game of Fortnite!

Zombies. Battle. Survival. Fortnite has it all--and if you want to keep your gameplay going until the bitter end to outlast your competition, this book is the ace in your back pocket!

• Choose a gaming platform

• Download and optimize the game

• Play in each of the gameplay modes

• Scavenge, loot, and collect resources

• Avoid death and outlast your opponents

Who will be the last person standing? When you want to outlast the competition and make Fortnite yours, this book makes it easier than ever to come out on top.

Klappentext

• Build the best structures
• Scavenge and collect resources

• Outlast the competition
  Playand survivein the game of Fortnite Battle. Strategy. Survival. Fortnite has it alland if you want to keep your gameplay going until the bitter end, this book is your Battle Royale. Assuming no prior knowledge of this popular game, Fortnite For Dummies takes you from registering for a free account to competing in your first match to building your best defensive structure, and everything in between! Who will be the last person standing? When you want to outlast the competition and make Fortnite yours, this book makes it easier than ever to come out on top. Inside...

• Install on any device
• Customize your settings
• Get to know the map
• Master your weapons
• Enhance with premium items
• Discover the battle pass
• Find strategies for victory
• Unlock creative codes

Zusammenfassung
Playand survivein the game of Fortnite!

Zombies. Battle. Survival. Fortnite has it alland if you want to keep your gameplay going until the bitter end to outlast your competition, this book is the ace in your back pocket!

• Choose a gaming platform
• Download and optimize the game
• Play in each of the gameplay modes
• Scavenge, loot, and collect resources
• Avoid death and outlast your opponents
  Who will be the last person standing? When you want to outlast the competition and make Fortnite yours, this book makes it easier than ever to come out on top.

Inhalt

Introduction 1

About This Book 1

Foolish Assumptions 2

Icons Used in This Book 2

Beyond the Book 3

Where to Go from Here 3

Chapter 1: Entering the Fortnite Universe 5

Choosing PC/Mac, Console, or Mobile 6

Considering PC/Mac 6

Considering iOS/Android 8

Considering PlayStation 4/Xbox One 8

Considering Nintendo Switch 9

Registering a Fortnite Account 9

Associating Additional Accounts 10

Installing Fortnite 11

Installing on PC/Mac 12

Installing on iOS/Android 13

Installing on console 13

Getting to Know the Game Options and Modes 13

Understanding Save the World 14

Understanding Battle Royale 14

Understanding Creative 15

Understanding V-Bucks 16

Purchasing V-Bucks 17

Spending V-Bucks 18

Getting to Know Seasons 18

Understanding Cross-Platform Play 20

Chapter 2: Customizing Settings, Gameplay, and Controls 21

Selecting a Game Mode 21

Getting to Know the Lobby 22

Adjusting Settings 26

Video tab 28

Game tab 29

Brightness tab 31

Audio tab 31

Accessibility tab 33

Input tab 33

Controller tab 33

Account tab 33

Getting to Know the Controls 35

Understanding the fundamentals 35

Using a keyboard and mouse 36

Using a gamepad 42

Using a touchscreen 44

Buying Accessories 46

Chapter 3: Playing Your First Games 51

Understanding the Sequence of Play 51

Practicing in the Pre-Deployment Area 52

Knowing When to Jump 53

Knowing Where to Land 54

Searching for and Gathering Loot 56

Staying Ahead of the Storm 57

Surviving on Your Own 59

Playing with Other Players 60

Communicating effectively 60

Healing injuries and sharing supplies 61

Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Map 63

Understanding Map Coordinates 63

Selecting a Starting Location 64

Getting to Know the Points of Interest 65

Northwest points of interest 65

Northeast points of interest 66

Southwest points of interest 67

Southeast points of interest 68

Chapter 5: Mastering Weapons, Items, Health, and Defenses 71

Understanding Weapon Power and Rarity 71

Understanding Weapon Characteristics 73

Short range weapons 75

Mid range weapons 76

Long range weapons 78

Other weapons 79

Learning to Aim Guns 80

Learning to Aim Projectiles and Explosives 85

Managing Your Health and Maximizing Defenses 90

Understanding healing and shield items 90

Understanding camouflage and defensive items 95

Chapter 6: Building and Creating in Fortnite 101

Understanding Raw Materials 101

Harvesting Raw Materials 104

Building Simple Structures 107

Editing Structures 117

Editing walls 118

Editing floors 121

Editing ramps 121

Editing pyramids 126

Building with Purpose 129

Putting it All Together in Creative Mode 135

Chapter 7: Getting to Know Battle Pass 145

Placing Value on the Battle Pass 145

Understanding the Progression System 147

Understanding Daily, Weekly, and Special Challenges 151

Using Party Assist 154

Chapter 8: Enhancing Fortnite Through Premium Cosmetic Items 155

Acquiring Cosmetic Items 156 Getting to Know the Item Shop 158<...