Despite fervent fan hopes, Fortnite remains firmly grounded in reality – and by that, we mean no virtual reality (VR) mode is on the horizon, according to Epic Games’ CEO’s latest reaffirmation: “there are no plans” for a VR version of the popular battle royale game.
Tim Sweeney, responding to a fan inquiry on Twitter, confirmed that Epic Games’ Fortnite will indeed be available on Oculus Quest. The founder of Epic Games has definitively ruled out the possibility of a remake or reboot of the company’s flagship title, citing concerns over locomotion mechanics as a major hurdle.
No plans at present. To ensure success, we’d require a vast audience of gamers across various platforms devoting considerable time to island-based experiences where locomotion mechanics are designed to accommodate non-VR players without inducing nausea or discomfort. While we’ve made significant progress in mastering basic mechanical skills, the sheer scale of the challenge remains daunting.
Epic Games has repeatedly denied rumors of incorporating virtual reality (VR) capabilities into Fortnite’s battle royale mode. Epic Games’ CEO Tim Sweeney reiterated his concerns about Fortnite’s transition to VR in 2022, stating that the game’s intense movement mechanics don’t translate well to virtual reality. He also cautioned against introducing specific modes, fearing it would fragment the player base, and made a passing comment on Unreal Engine.
In recent months, significant advancements have been made in the modding community through Epic’s Unreal Engine. Through Praydog’s freely available Common Unreal Engine VR Mod, PC VR users can now leverage engine-level support for positional headset tracking, a feature compatible with nearly all PC games developed using Unreal Engine 4.8 or later. Extra particulars under.
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When seeking a VR battle royale experience, numerous successful models have emerged in recent years.
Inhabitants offers a unique experience reminiscent of Fortnite’s battle royale mode, with the recent ‘Phoenix Royale’ update introducing a fresh map, repositioned end zones, and more. You’ve also gained access to ‘Rec Royale’ within Rec Room, while Contractors Showdown features the largest-ever virtual reality battle royale map, accommodating 60 players in intense matches.
