When Did Fortnite Get Popular?
Fortnite really blew up in late 2017 after the launch of its Battle Royale mode. The free-to-play format and cross-platform play were game-changers!
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Honestly, Fortnite became popular as soon as it launched Battle Royale in September 2017.
I'd say Fortnite hit peak popularity in early 2018. Streamers like Ninja and massive in-game events helped it go viral.
Late 2017, right after the Battle Royale mode dropped. Everyone and their grandma was playing it!
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