Fortnite
Free multiplayer hub for battle royale, LEGO survival, rhythm games and thousands of player-made islands
by Epic Games Sweden AB · listed Nov 14, 2026
Quick verdict
Worth installing if you want a free, varied multiplayer game with friends on other platforms, as long as you can ignore the constant shop pressure and have a recent device.
Best for Players who want a free, social multiplayer game to share with friends across phone, console and PC
Reviewed by AppsPicks on Nov 13, 2026. How we review
Fortnite review
Fortnite is a free online multiplayer game from Epic Games that bundles several modes into one app. The core is battle royale, where you try to be the last player or squad standing, with variants like Zero Build (no building), Reload, Blitz and the nostalgia-focused OG. Beyond that there is LEGO Fortnite for survival and crafting, Fortnite Festival for rhythm-style music play, and a large library of islands made by outside creators, from tycoons to zombie survival. It suits teens and adults who want a social game to drop into with friends.
Day to day it feels like a live service: seasons rotate, the item shop changes often, and a Battle Pass gives you quests to chase. Matches are quick to start, and cross-play means you can squad up with friends on consoles or PC. On phones, touch controls take practice, and the game needs a fairly recent device and a steady connection.
Why we picked it: One free download covers a wide range of game types, and you can play everything without paying.
Watch out for: Constant prompts for outfits, emotes and passes bought with real money, plus a sizeable install and frequent large updates.
What we like
- All game modes are free to play
- Wide variety, from battle royale to music and LEGO survival
- Cross-play and shared progress with console and PC friends
- Steady stream of new seasons and creator-made islands
What could be better
- Heavy push toward cosmetic purchases and passes
- Requires a recent phone or tablet and an internet connection
- Touch controls put mobile players at a disadvantage against controller and keyboard users
Questions about Fortnite
Is Fortnite free?
Yes, the game and its modes are free to download and play. Money goes toward cosmetics, the Battle Pass and other passes through in-app purchases.
Which devices can run it?
It is on both iPhone/iPad and Android. On Apple devices Epic lists iPhone XS and newer, iPhone SE 3rd generation and several recent iPad models as supported.
Can I play offline?
No. Every mode is online multiplayer, so you need a stable internet connection.
Is it suitable for kids?
It is rated 12+ on the App Store and Teen on Google Play. The combat is cartoonish, but voice chat and in-game purchases are worth managing with parental controls.
Will my progress carry over from console or PC?
Yes, if you sign in with the same Epic Games account, your items and progress are shared across platforms.
From the developer: how Fortnite describes itself
Play and battle with friends in Fortnite. Be the last player standing in Battle Royale, Zero Build, Blitz and OG, carry your squad to victory in fast-paced Reload, build your own adventures in LEGO® Fortnite, or headline a concert in Fortnite Festival — it's all here.
Play thousands of free developer-made islands with your friends, including tycoons, deathruns, zombie survival, and more.
DISCLAIMER: Fortnite can be played on iPhone 11 and newer, iPhone XS and newer, iPhone 12 Mini and newer, iPhone SE 3 and newer, iPad Pro 10.5" and newer, iPad Air 4th Gen and newer, iPad 10th Gen and newer, iPad Mini 6th Gen and newer.
Text from the app store listing, quoted for reference. Our own take is above.
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