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<p><b>Introduction 1</b></p> <p>About This Book 1</p> <p>Foolish Assumptions 2</p> <p>Icons Used in This Book 2</p> <p>Beyond the Book 3</p> <p>Where to Go from Here 3</p> <p><b>Chapter 1: Entering the Fortnite Universe</b><b> 5</b></p> <p>Choosing PC/Mac, Console, or Mobile 6</p> <p>Considering PC/Mac 6</p> <p>Considering iOS/Android 8</p> <p>Considering PlayStation 4/Xbox One 8</p> <p>Considering Nintendo Switch 9</p> <p>Registering a Fortnite Account 9</p> <p>Associating Additional Accounts 10</p> <p>Installing Fortnite 11</p> <p>Installing on PC/Mac 12</p> <p>Installing on iOS/Android 13</p> <p>Installing on console 13</p> <p>Getting to Know the Game Options and Modes 13</p> <p>Understanding Save the World 14</p> <p>Understanding Battle Royale 14</p> <p>Understanding Creative 15</p> <p>Understanding V-Bucks 16</p> <p>Purchasing V-Bucks 17</p> <p>Spending V-Bucks 18</p> <p>Getting to Know Seasons 18</p> <p>Understanding Cross-Platform Play 20</p> <p><b>Chapter 2: Customizing Settings, Gameplay, and Controls</b><b> 21</b></p> <p>Selecting a Game Mode 21</p> <p>Getting to Know the Lobby 22</p> <p>Adjusting Settings 26</p> <p>Video tab 28</p> <p>Game tab 29</p> <p>Brightness tab 31</p> <p>Audio tab 31</p> <p>Accessibility tab 33</p> <p>Input tab 33</p> <p>Controller tab 33</p> <p>Account tab 33</p> <p>Getting to Know the Controls 35</p> <p>Understanding the fundamentals 35</p> <p>Using a keyboard and mouse 36</p> <p>Using a gamepad 42</p> <p>Using a touchscreen 44</p> <p>Buying Accessories 46</p> <p><b>Chapter 3: Playing Your First Games</b><b> 51</b></p> <p>Understanding the Sequence of Play 51</p> <p>Practicing in the Pre-Deployment Area 52</p> <p>Knowing When to Jump 53</p> <p>Knowing Where to Land 54</p> <p>Searching for and Gathering Loot 56</p> <p>Staying Ahead of the Storm 57</p> <p>Surviving on Your Own 59</p> <p>Playing with Other Players 60</p> <p>Communicating effectively 60</p> <p>Healing injuries and sharing supplies 61</p> <p><b>Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Map</b><b> 63</b></p> <p>Understanding Map Coordinates 63</p> <p>Selecting a Starting Location 64</p> <p>Getting to Know the Points of Interest 65</p> <p>Northwest points of interest 65</p> <p>Northeast points of interest 66</p> <p>Southwest points of interest 67</p> <p>Southeast points of interest 68</p> <p><b>Chapter 5: Mastering Weapons, Items, Health, and Defenses</b><b> 71</b></p> <p>Understanding Weapon Power and Rarity 71</p> <p>Understanding Weapon Characteristics 73</p> <p>Short range weapons 75</p> <p>Mid range weapons 76</p> <p>Long range weapons 78</p> <p>Other weapons 79</p> <p>Learning to Aim Guns 80</p> <p>Learning to Aim Projectiles and Explosives 85</p> <p>Managing Your Health and Maximizing Defenses 90</p> <p>Understanding healing and shield items 90</p> <p>Understanding camouflage and defensive items 95</p> <p><b>Chapter 6: Building and Creating in Fortnite</b><b> 101</b></p> <p>Understanding Raw Materials 101</p> <p>Harvesting Raw Materials 104</p> <p>Building Simple Structures 107</p> <p>Editing Structures 117</p> <p>Editing walls 118</p> <p>Editing floors 121</p> <p>Editing ramps 121</p> <p>Editing pyramids 126</p> <p>Building with Purpose 129</p> <p>Putting it All Together in Creative Mode 135</p> <p><b>Chapter 7: Getting to Know Battle Pass</b><b> 145</b></p> <p>Placing Value on the Battle Pass 145</p> <p>Understanding the Progression System 147</p> <p>Understanding Daily, Weekly, and Special Challenges 151</p> <p>Using Party Assist 154</p> <p><b>Chapter 8: Enhancing Fortnite Through Premium Cosmetic Items</b><b> 155</b></p> <p>Acquiring Cosmetic Items 156</p> <p>Getting to Know the Item Shop 158</p> <p>Filling Your Locker 162</p> <p>Customizing Character Skins 166</p> <p>Customizing Pickaxes, Back Bling, and Pets 167</p> <p>Customizing Gliders and Contrails 168</p> <p>Getting Funky with Emotes, Emoticons, Toys, and Music 170</p> <p>Applying Sprays, Wraps, Banners, and Loading Screens 173</p> <p><b>Chapter 9: Ten Strategies for a Victory Royale</b><b> 177</b></p> <p>Pick Your Battles 177</p> <p>Learn to Aim 178</p> <p>Build Ramps 179</p> <p>Focus on Structural Weak Spots 180</p> <p>Manage Supply Drops 180</p> <p>Have Building Materials 181</p> <p>Know the Map 181</p> <p>Let Time Dictate Strategy 182</p> <p>Coordinate with Your Teammates 183</p> <p>Practice 184</p> <p><b>Chapter 10: Ten Keys to Understanding Save the World</b><b> 185</b></p> <p>Mandatory Tutorial 186</p> <p>Mission Structure Based on Objectives and Quests 188</p> <p>V-Bucks and Llamas 189</p> <p>Heroes 190</p> <p>Command Center 193</p> <p>Weapons 193</p> <p>Traps 194</p> <p>Player Statistics 194</p> <p>Upgrade Points 196</p> <p>Monsters 196</p> <p><b>Chapter 11: Ten Great Fortnite Creative Codes</b><b> 199</b></p> <p>Choice! A Choose Your Own Adventure Map 200</p> <p>Freaky Flights 200</p> <p>Hoo Baller Pinball Island 201</p> <p>Lundle’s Puzzle Escape! 202</p> <p>Raft Wars 202</p> <p>Rainbow Road 203</p> <p>Snipers vs Runners 204</p> <p>Space Parkour! 204</p> <p>Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater’s “Warehouse” 205</p> <p>Weezer World! 206</p> <p><b>Chapter 12: Ten Ways to Enjoy Fortnite When Not Playing</b><b> 209</b></p> <p>Action Figures and Playsets 209</p> <p>Apparel 210</p> <p>Board Games 211</p> <p>Calendars, Journals, and Notebooks 211</p> <p>Collectibles 213</p> <p>Costumes 213</p> <p>Home Goods 214</p> <p>NERF Blasters and Super Soakers 215</p> <p>Plushies 215</p> <p>Spectating 216</p> <p>Index 217</p>

<p><b>Bill Loguidice</b> is co-founder and managing director for the online publication, Armchair Arcade, and co-founder of the creative services firm, Armchair Creative Services. Bill is also a strategy and content lead for AtGames Digital Media and an editorial board member for The Computer Games Journal.

<ul> <li>Build the best structures</li> <li>Scavenge and collect resources</li> <li>Outlast the competition</li> </ul> <p><b>Play—and survive—in the game of Fortnite</b> <p>Battle. Strategy. Survival. Fortnite has it all—and 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, <i>Fortnite</i> <i>For</i> <i>Dummies</i> 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. <p><b>Inside...</b> <ul> <li>Install on any device</li> <li>Customize your settings</li> <li>Get to know the map</li> <li>Master your weapons</li> <li>Enhance with premium items</li> <li>Discover the battle pass</li> <li>Find strategies for victory</li> <li>Unlock creative codes</li> </ul>

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