Fortnite Launches as Native Next-Gen Title for PS5 and Xbox Series Consoles
Epic Games confirms that Fortnite will be available on both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S at launch with native builds. The upgraded versions feature 4K resolution at 60 frames per second and significantly faster loading times.
Fortnite is officially available as a launch title for both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. Epic Games confirms that these are not simply tweaked versions of the previous generation's game, but rather entirely new native builds designed specifically to harness the power of the new hardware.
The upgrades for both Sony and Microsoft consoles include impressive technical enhancements like 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, faster match loading, and split-screen support running at a smooth 60 FPS. Players also experience improved physics and dynamic visual effects, such as trees that react realistically to explosions and enhanced weather systems. The Xbox Series S offers the same core improvements but targets 1080p resolution instead of 4K.
Existing players transition to the new consoles seamlessly and pick up exactly where they left off. This cross-generation progression ensures that gamers do not lose any of their hard-earned items or progress when upgrading to the new hardware at launch.