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Names: Gregory, Josh, author.
Title: Fortnite. Combat / by Josh Gregory.
Other titles: Combat
Description: Ann Arbor, Michigan : Cherry Lake Publishing, 2019. | Series:
Unofficial guides | Series: 21st century skills innovation library |
Includes bibliographical references and index. | Audience: Grade 4 to 6.
Identifiers: LCCN 2019003339 | ISBN 9781534148130 (lib. bdg.) |
ISBN 9781534150997 (pbk.) | ISBN 9781534149564 (pdf) |
ISBN 9781534152427 (ebook)
Subjects: LCSH: Fortnite (Video game)Juvenile literature.
Classification: LCC GV1469.35.F67 G744 2019 | DDC 294.8dc23
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Contents
Chapter 1
Action Packed
I
ts no secret that Fortnite has taken the world
by storm. This incredibly thrilling video game
combines fast-paced shooting action with
strategic building to create an experience that is
Fortnite is the type of game where you might find
yourself zip-lining up the side of a mountain while
dressed as a very strong Santa Claus.
Anytime things seem peaceful in Fortnite , a
surprise attack is sure to be just around the
corner.
unlike anything else. Sometimes it seems like
everyone is playing the game. This means you have to
be really good if you want to stand out!
When you jump into your first Fortnite match,
things might seem quiet and calm. There might
not be any other players nearby. But once the action
starts, youll find that everything happens very
fast in this game. Rival players will launch attacks
from all sides. Rockets and grenades will explode
all around you. Giant towers, walls, and ramps
seem to appear out of nowhere. You might even spot
an enemy speeding toward you in a dangerous
looking vehicle.
If you dont avoid all of these dangers, your
character can be knocked out of the match in almost
no time at all. And even as youre defending yourself,
you also need to think about fighting back if you want
to win. All of this action can be a lot for new players to
keep track of.
If you find a vehicle, you can zoom around the
island much faster than you can get around
on foot.
If you go diving into your first Fortnite match
without any knowledge, you will probably not do
very well at first.
When you watch friends or streamers play
Fortnite , you might wonder how they got so good. They
move incredibly fast, aim their weapons perfectly, and
can build complicated structures without even thinking
about it. Everything they do in the game seems as
natural to them as walking or talking. How did they get
to be so great at Fortnite ?
Succeeding at Fortnite combat requires knowl
edge, skill, and reflexes. You need to know a lot
about the game, from how different weapons work
to how major landmarks are arranged on the map.
You will also need to know when and how to build
different structures and which combat strategies
work best in different situations. Finally, you simply
need to be able to think and move quickly. Youll
need to make important decisions in a split second.
Playing alongside other people online can help you
last longer in Battle Royale matches.
Teaming Up
One of the most fun things about Fortnite is that you can join up with your friends
and play together online. If you are new to the game, playing on a team with a more
experienced friend can be a great way to learn new skills. Your friend can show you
the ropes and help protect you from attacks. If your character gets knocked down, your
teammates can even revive you.
If you dont have any friends who play Fortnite , you can still team up with other
players. If you are in either the Duos or Squads mode, you will see an option to switch
between fill and dont fill on the lobby screen. Choose fill to let the game find
teammates for you before the match starts.
Youll also need to master the games controls. There
is no room for mistakes when youre in the middle of
a fast-paced battle!
If this all sounds overwhelming, dont worry. With
the right knowledge and plenty of practice, you can
become a Fortnite pro. Read on to start learning
everything you need to know to master the games
thrilling combat.
Chapter 2
The Right Tools
for the Job
A
t the start of each Fortnite match, you will land
on an island with nothing but a pickaxe. This
wont help you much in a fight. This means the
first thing youll need to do in any match is scavenge
for weapons, ammo, and other important supplies.
Seek out healing items and potions whenever
you can. Keeping your health and shield bars
high is the key to survival.
The Rift-to-Go item will instantly transport you
back into the sky, allowing you to dive down to a
new location on the map.
As you start scavenging, you might be amazed
at the variety of things you can collect. There are
grenades, healing items, and building materials.
There are weird items like balloons that let you float
up into the sky. But perhaps most importantly, there
are many, many weapons. You will need to get to know
all of them if you want to become a combat expert
in Fortnite .
The weapons in Fortnite can be divided into
several main categories: assault rifles, submachine
guns (SMGs), pistols, machine guns, shotguns, sniper
rifles, and explosive launchers. Each weapon handles
a little differently. They fire at different rates and do
different amounts of damage at different ranges.
Assault rifles, SMGs, and pistols are good all
around weapons that work best at medium range.
Machine guns can do a lot of damage, but they are
slow to start firing. This makes them perfect for
destroying enemy forts, but not so good for a fast
paced fight. Shotguns work great at close range.
A shotgun is almost always a good weapon to
have with you. With good aim, you only need one
or two hits to knock out an enemy.
A good sniper rifle can help you defeat players
from a distance without exposing yourself to
danger.
They do a lot of damage and you dont have to worry
about perfect aim. Sniper rifles are great for attacking
far-off enemies, but they are too slow to work in closer
fights. Explosive launchers can fire grenades and
rockets. They do a ton of damage and can travel long
distances. However, they are very slow to fire.
Within each category, there are also different
versions of each weapon. For example, you can find
assault rifles that come with or without scopes.
Semi-auto sniper rifles can reload faster than
bolt-action sniper rifles. Experiment and try out all the