I'm pretty sure you've somehow stumbled across the game FORTNITE: Battle Royale , if not – well, count your blessings – because sooner or later it's going to swoop into your life and hold your loved one's captive for the foreseeable future. Created by Epic Games , the free-to-play game has over 200-million registered users and grossed over $1 Billion since its release. It's undeniable that FORTNITE is one of the most talked about games of all time, with an everyday expanding fan base.

I wanted to give a few tips to those out there who are slowly losing the real-life ' Battle Royale ' when it comes to putting up with your boyfriends, OR girlfriend's FORTNITE regime. So I've compiled 10 tips on how to ensure a safe and sound FORTNITE session. HAPPY READING 🙂


For the following section, *** represents boyfriend/girlfriend/family member/friend.

  1. Always ensure a glass of water is present/re-filled as *** can become severely dehydrated after a couple of hours of continuous gaming.
  2. Make sure *** headset and microphone volume is turned up to the highest setting. This will ensure minimal screaming/shouting into the headset for fear they cannot be heard by fellow team players through the microphone.
  3. Ensure snacks are on hand approx. once every hour. *** are unaware of their bodies beginning to enter starvation mode after continuous hours of distraction/gaming.
  4. If possible, before the gaming session begins, try to wrap PS4/XBOX controller in several extra-large sheets of bubble wrap, to prevent damage when *** throws it against the wall/floor as a result of being shot by a 'noob' – a FORTNITE beginner.
  5. Be on-hand at all times to take-over and play for a few minutes whilst *** needs to use the bathroom mid-game. Do not under any circumstance assume the game can be paused or left unattended for a couple of minutes – this could potentially lead to death.
  6. Be patient when trying to contact/ring *** mid-game. They may seem distant/un-interested during conversation – don't be alarmed. This is just because they are trying to multitask during a build/gun-fight, something that takes months of practice.
  7. Do not comment negatively on game-play after a game loss. This will cause further distress to *** . Instead, offer some words of encouragement such as ' how did he manage to kill you with such low health ' or ' what? that other guy didn't even hit you with a head-shot '.
  8. Research some FORNITE lingo to stay up-to-date with game-play and remain supportive/interested in *** new hobby. I FOUND A SCAR = a premium rated assault rifle/gun; PUMPED IN THE HEAD = shot enemy in the head causing max. health damage ; MATS = materials, duhh ; LOOT THAT HOUSE THERE = search house for hidden treasure's; WANNA SQUAD UP = would you like to play on my team ; READY UP = press play ; THAT'S IT BOYS I'M OUT, GOODNIGHT = can someone convince me to stay up a little longer, as I load up another game.
  9. Be prepared for continuous FORTNITE YouTube pro-gamer video's to be watched at high volume's on *** phone, as you try to watch TV or go about day-to-day activities in peace. Yes, NINJA – I partially blame you for this!
  10. Understand that at 12am most nights, new FORTNITE 'skins' – costumes, are released into the item shop that are available to purchase with your 'VBUCKS' – FORTNITE currency. This could potentially cause late-night play, in order to secure the most popular costumes to remain the most-fashionable player's.

Remain aware at all times that FORTNITE will continue to rule the gaming world for the foreseeable future. Hours of precious gameplay are still ahead of your loved ones. SO, READY UP!

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Yasmin, xox