Epic Games has revealed the upcoming event for the popular battle royale game Fortnite. Dubbed "The Big Bang," it is set to debut in Fortnite on Saturday, December 2. According to an announcement on Epic's blog, the event is expected to signify a "fresh start" for the game.
The Big Bang event in Fortnite is scheduled to kick off at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET on December 2, and players can enter the servers for the special event 30 minutes before.
Fortnite Welcomes the Big Bang
Details surrounding the event are scarce, but Epic has issued a cautionary note regarding flashing lights during the Big Bang event. Individuals with a history of conditions such as photosensitivity, seizures, or other epileptic-linked issues are urged to seek medical advice before participating. Even those without existing medical concerns may still encounter "dizziness, seizures, epileptic seizures, or blackouts" during the event, prompting Epic to advise players to discontinue gameplay immediately if any discomfort arises.
Epic has also announced that official Fortnite experiences developed by Epic will be disabled at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET on December 2 in preparation for the event, while creator-made experiences will remain accessible until downtime begins at 11:30 PM ET on December 2.
According to dataminers, the upcoming Big Bang event will be Fortnite's largest-ever update in terms of file size. There are also rumors of an event featuring the rapper Eminem, who might become a playable character in the game. The leak also suggests a potential Lego crossover, along with the introduction of "rhythm and racing" modes.
In response to Epic's Big Bang announcement, the Lego Group released a teaser image of the iconic Fortnite llama in Lego form.
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Fortnite has recently returned to its original map in a throwback event, resulting in a surge of player numbers and making it the most popular it has ever been.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z netizen, I am incredibly excited about the upcoming "Big Bang" event in Fortnite. The game has been a huge part of my life for years, and I'm always eager to see what Epic Games has in store for it. The rumors of Eminem's involvement are especially intriguing, as I'm a big fan of his music. I can't wait to see how he'll be incorporated into the game.
The potential for a Lego crossover is also very exciting. I've always loved Legos, and I think they would make a great addition to Fortnite. I can imagine all sorts of fun and creative ways to use them in the game.
Overall, I'm very optimistic about the future of Fortnite. The "Big Bang" event has the potential to be a major turning point for the game, and I can't wait to see what happens next.