Studio:Â Epic Games
Launch Date: July 25, 2017
Genre:Â Battle royale survival shooter
Business Model:Â F2P (Cash Shop)
Platform: PC, mobile, console
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Official Site:Â Fortnite
Studio:Â Epic Games
Launch Date: July 25, 2017
Genre:Â Battle royale survival shooter
Business Model:Â F2P (Cash Shop)
Platform: PC, mobile, console
Studio:Â Epic Games
Launch Date: July 25, 2017
Genre:Â Battle royale survival shooter
Business Model:Â F2P (Cash Shop)
Platform: PC, mobile, console
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