To friend people on Fortnite, follow these steps based on the platform you’re playing on:
1. On PC (Epic Games Launcher):
– Open Fortnite and log in to your account.
– Press the Social Menu: Click the “Friends” tab located at the top of the screen, or press the default key for opening the social menu (usually F1).
– Send a Friend Request: In the Friends tab, click the “Add Friend” button, which will allow you to search for players by their Epic Games username or email.
– Accepting Friend Requests: If you receive a friend request, you will see a notification on your screen. You can accept or decline the request from there.
2. On Console (PS4, Xbox, Switch):
– Open Fortnite and go to the main lobby.
– Navigate to the Social Menu: On PlayStation or Xbox, press the appropriate button to open the friends list (usually the triangle button on PS4 or Y on Xbox).
– Send a Friend Request: You can search for players by their Epic Games username or connect through your console’s friends list. Enter the username of the person you’d like to add and send a friend request.
– Accepting Friend Requests: You can find incoming requests in the Social tab and accept or decline them.
3. On Mobile (iOS, Android):
– Open Fortnite and sign in.
– Go to the Social Menu: Tap the “Friends” icon on the main screen or open the Social tab.
– Send a Friend Request: Tap the “Add Friend” option, then search for the player by their Epic Games username.
– Accepting Friend Requests: When someone sends you a request, you’ll receive a notification. You can accept or decline from the same Social tab.
Additional Notes:
– Epic Games Account: Make sure you are using an Epic Games account across all platforms for cross-play and friend connectivity.
– Cross-Platform: Friends from different platforms (PC, console, mobile) can be added as long as they have an Epic Games account.
– Privacy Settings: Ensure your privacy settings allow friend requests from anyone, or limit it to just friends of friends if you have restrictions.
Once you’re friends with someone, you can invite them to games, join their parties, or communicate through the in-game chat system.
