While it’s tempting to believe that a Fortnite beta app just suddenly launched overnight, with no official announcement or pre-release hype from Epic Games, you should really be able to recognize that this whole thing is a scam. I know it’s easy to ignore common sense for a slight chance at possibly playing the Fortnite Android release, but until it’s announced by the official game site and social media accounts, keep your head clear and try to avoid temptation.
Fortnite Beta App: Is the Fortnite Android App Available?
No, the Fortnite Android app isn’t yet available, not even as a “Fortnite beta app.” The last thing we heard from Epic Games is that the team is “targeting this summer for the release.” The developer also clearly stated: “We know many of you are excited for this release, and we promise that when we have more information to share, you’ll hear it from us first.”
So, until you hear it from Epic Games, assume all other launch information to be misleading. When a game as huge as Fortnite comes to Android, you can bet there will be many trustworthy news sources — *cough* like GameRevolution *cough* — covering it.
Fortnite Beta App: Are fortnitebeta.app and fortniteformobile.com Fake Sites?
Unfortunately, fortnitebeta.app and fortniteformobile.com are indeed fake and do not allow access to the Fortnite beta app. We recommend avoiding these web addresses and any other sites claiming to offer early access to a so-called “Fortnite beta app.” Again, wait until an official announcement from Epic Games, and only download and install the game from the Android Play Store.
With Fortnite on iOS receiving constant support, I can understand how Android users may feel left out. Desperation could drive them to download and install a malicious app. Here’s hoping the official Fortnite Android version launches sooner, rather than later!
Fortnite Controversies
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Fortnite Controversies: Ninja Uses the 'N Word'
Fresh off of his stream with Drake, Ninja appeared on a live stream and used the "n-word" while rapping. After being called out, Ninja apologized and said: "There was no mal intent (I wasn’t even trying to say the word-I fumbled lyrics and got tongue tied in the worst possible way)." Read more. -
It's Banned in Schools
Fortnite has been banned in schools, with the mobile version of the game causing kids to pay more attention to Battle Royale than their studies. However, clever schoolchildren found a way around this, developing their own primitive versions of the game using the web-based platform Scratch. Read more. -
Sony Doesn't Want Fortnite Cross-Play
Sony doesn't want PS4 owners to be able to play with those on Xbox One and PC, with Fortnite continuing to be a prime example of this. Not only can owners of both consoles hop into a game with one another, but Sony has also blocked V-Bucks from being shared across platforms. Read more. -
Drake Plays Fortnite
Celebrity involvement in video games is always controversial, though Drake and Ninja's joint stream on Twitch was mostly praised for introducing a wider audience to the game. Ninja would later find himself embroiled in controversy, but this was a cool moment while it lasted. Read more. -
PUBG Devs Hate It
PUBG dev Bluehole isn't a fan of Fortnite, with the studio previously criticizing the battle royale game for being too derivative. This led to the (false) rumor circulating that Fortnite is shutting down as a result of a lawsuit from PUBG's creators. Read more. -
Tilted Towers Needs a Replacement
Tilted Towers has become such a popular landing location that players have grown to hate it. This has led to multiple fake locations being drawn up by hoaxers, though Epic has yet to officially announce a replacement for the area. Read more. -
Fortnite Becomes the Biggest Game on Twitch
League of Legends had dominated Twitch for years, though Fortnite knocked the game off its pedestal back in March, becoming the most-viewed game on the site. Its popularity shows no signs of declining. Read more. -
Free V-Bucks! (But Not Really)
V-Bucks are Fortnite's in-game currency, used to buy cosmetic items and passes that unlock the game's challenges. With Fortnite being so popular, many sources claim to offer these for free, with them more often than not proven to be scams. Many have fallen for these scams, and they continue to be a problem in the game's community. Read more. -
It Only Took Two Months to Make
Fortnite is one of the biggest games in the world, though its battle royale mode was something of a last-ditch effort to revitalize the base game. This is evidenced by the fact that it only took two months to make. Read more.
