Fortnite is smashing its concurrent player record thanks to the return of the original Chapter 1 map

Nov. 3, 2023

Its all-time peak on public record now stands at 3,913,817 players

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Fortnite’s latest season is offering a trip back in time, and players are well and truly here for it.

There’s clearly a lot of love for the old content, as in the hours since Season OG went live, Fortnite has managed to smash its concurrent player record. According to the websiteFortnite.gg, the game’s all-time player peak now sits at 3,913,817.

These are some impressive figures, especially considering the game is now in its sixth year, and there’s every chance it will continue to beat its concurrent record in the coming weeks.

Over onTwitter, Fortnite fans have been celebrating the news and the return of the familiar and much-loved content. “Rightfully deserved after bringing the good times back,” one wrote. Another said, “They deserve it. This is fantastic.”

Back in September, Fortnite veteran Donald Mustard announced he wasretiring from his role as Epic’s chief creative officer. “I am especially proud of the opportunity I’ve had to help create and shape Fortnite,” he said. “I can’t wait to now share in the future of Fortnite as a player alongside all of you!”

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