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How to play split-screen in Fortnite

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Fortnite continues to add tons of exciting features season after season, with the split-screen mode standing out as one of the most significant. This mode offers the convenience to play Duos on one screen, without having to hook up an additional console.

There are a few limitations to its use, but it’s a great way to let friends and family experience one of the most popular free games on the market. Here’s how to play Fortnite in split-screen mode.

How to play split-screen Fortnite on Xbox and PlayStation

If you’re running Fortnite on either the Xbox Series X, or PS5, getting a friend to join in on the fun is an easy process. It follows the same steps on both consoles and allows for gaming up to 60 frames per second on a single screen. Before you start, however, make sure you have a second account and controller available for your buddy to use. Then, follow these easy steps to get split-screen mode running:

Step 1: Navigate to the Main Menu.

Step 2: Make sure the second controller is connected to your console and is turned on.

Step 3: Once connected, the second player should be invited to select their account.

Step 4: After signing in, the second player will now appear in the Fortnite lobby.

Step 5: That’s all there is to it! You’ll now be able to hop into games together and fight toward a Victory Royale.

Can you play split-screen Fortnite on PC or Nintendo Switch?

Epic Games has not indicated that split-screen gameplay will be coming to PC or Nintendo Switch, despite several rumors since the feature was first released in 2019. This section will be updated if and when that feature is released.

Not all game modes are compatible

It should come as no surprise, but Solo Mode is not available when playing split-screen online multiplayer. This would lead to an unfair advantage in a battle royale, as two people on the same couch could coordinate their attacks together and effectively work as a team against all the other single players. For that reason, Solo Mode is not compatible with split-screen play. You’ll also be unable to play in Creative Mode or any Limited Time Modes.

Instead, you’ll be confined to either Squads or Duos mode. These are the only two modes that work when two players are using the same console, and there’s no word from Epic Games on whether this will change in the future.

You might also want to consider that:

  • The split-screen session will end if one player disconnects, even if the other player stays logged in.
  • You won’t see each other’s lobby or menu because screen sharing only starts when a match is in session.
  • Players will not share an inventory.
  • Both players have to select the same language setting because split-screen can’t handle multiple languages.

Tips for playing split-screen Fortnite

Although it’s fun to jump into a bit of couch co-op, you won’t want to overlook the potential downsides. The biggest — and most obvious — issue is that it will cut your screen size in half. This makes teamwork and communication paramount, as you’ll rely heavily on your teammate to let you know what they’re seeing. The split-screen option will only show feeds in horizontal orientations, and you can’t switch it back to vertical. This isn’t the worst thing in the world, but if you prefer to run your co-op vertically, it might take some adjusting. So long as you’re mindful of these drawbacks, the split-screen mode can be a lot of fun and is a great way to introduce your friends to the Fortnite craze.

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