Bring your old guitars out of retirement because Fortnite now supports guitar controllers! Unleash your inner rockstar across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox with the Riffmaster Wireless Guitar Controller, Rivals Wireless Fender Jaguar Guitar, and Wireless Fender Stratocaster Guitar. Whether you’re shredding lead or grooving on bass, these controllers have got you covered. And don’t worry, drummers, Epic Games promises more instrument controller surprises in the future.
Epic Games has introduced a new setting in Fortnite that allows players to block specific emotes deemed “confrontational.” The update, released as part of v29.30 on April 23, includes four emotes: Laugh It Up, Take the L, Whipcrack, and Make It Plantain. Players can choose to toggle visibility on these emotes, and those who choose not to see them will instead see a player standing still without any emote sound. The move has sparked mixed reactions within the Fortnite community, with some expressing disbelief and others defending the decision.
Former Epic Games Chief Creative Officer, Donald Mustard, has revealed the reason behind Nintendo’s reluctance to have its characters appear in Fortnite. According to Mustard, Nintendo has always maintained its stance that its characters should only be featured on their own platforms, limiting the possibility of collaborations with cross-platform games like Fortnite. While Epic Games would welcome Nintendo characters, they prioritize ensuring Fortnite remains a consistent experience across all platforms and devices.
Michael Grzesiek, renowned as Shroud, has become a household name in the world of esports and streaming. His exceptional gaming skills and engaging personality have propelled him to fame and wealth. From his humble beginnings as a professional gamer in ‘Counter-Strike: Global Offensive’ to his transition into streaming, Shroud’s journey is a testament to his dedication and strategic decisions. With an estimated net worth of $20 million as of 2024, Shroud continues to inspire and entertain a global audience.
Music superstar Billie Eilish is the latest celebrity to join the popular video game Fortnite as a playable character. Starting April 23rd, players will be able to don Eilish’s Victory Crown and control her neon green character skin in-game.
The European Space Agency (ESA) has successfully run the classic first-person shooter Doom on one of its satellites, OPS-SAT. This is the first time a satellite has played Doom, demonstrating the growing capabilities of on-board satellite systems. The experiment involved sending a demo recording built on a version of Doom called ChocolateDoom to the satellite, which then played it back.
The Meta Quest 2 VR headset is now available for just $199 at Amazon. This incredible deal offers an affordable entry point into virtual reality, whether you use it as a standalone device or connect it to your gaming PC. With a high refresh rate, decent resolution, and the ability to play wirelessly or tethered, the Quest 2 delivers immersive gaming experiences.
