Fortnite

Fortnite

Game (2020)

Fortnite is a free-to-play online game where you and your friends can create, play and battle. Be the last player standing in Battle Royale and Zero Build, experience a concert or live event, or discover over a million creator-made games, including racing, parkour, zombie survival and more.

Shooter
Simulator
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Family guidance

Ages 12+

The game features frequent combat, stylized weaponry, and competitive social interactions. These elements require a level of emotional regulation and maturity that aligns best with pre-teen and older players.

Every child is different. Use this guide alongside what you know about yours.

What to know before you start

Content details to help you decide what fits your child.

Sex & Nudity

1/5

The game features characters with various outfits, some of which may be form-fitting or stylized, and includes expressive dance animations.

Violence & Gore

2/5

Players use a variety of weapons to eliminate opponents in a cartoon-like environment; there is no blood or realistic injury depicted.

Profanity

0/5

The game itself does not contain scripted profanity, though parents should be aware that unmoderated voice chat with other players can include inappropriate language.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

0/5

There is no content related to alcohol, drugs, or smoking depicted within the game.

Frightening Scenes

1/5

The gameplay can be fast-paced and high-pressure as players compete to be the last one standing, which may cause excitement or mild stress for younger children.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This is a competitive social game where you build structures, play with friends, and participate in creative challenges in a digital world.

Content Warnings

Online interaction with strangers
Stylized combat violence

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

The game includes real-time social communication and competitive multiplayer combat. Parents should monitor the time spent and manage settings regarding online voice and text chat.

What Kids Can Learn

Players develop rapid decision-making skills, hand-eye coordination, and experience managing digital assets and collaborative projects.

Key Topics Discussed

Strategic planning
Digital socialization
Competitive gaming

Why Parents Might Like It

It provides a highly interactive social platform that serves as a shared digital space for friends to engage in various activities.

Positives & learning

Positive messages

3/5

Encourages strategic thinking, goal-setting, and effective collaboration with peers to achieve team objectives.

Role models

2/5

Players function as their own avatars, with character morality determined by user behavior rather than pre-scripted narratives.

Representation

3/5

Offers a wide variety of character customization options that allow for diverse expressions of identity, style, and cultural aesthetics.

Learning

2/5

Promotes spatial reasoning through construction mechanics and fosters social networking skills within a digital environment.

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