Fortnite

How to Play Split Screen

Fortnite - How to Play Split-Screen
Split screen mode for Fortnite as of Chapter 6 Season 1 is only available for PlayStation and Xbox. See how to play split screen in Fortnite here!

How to Play Split Screen

Connect a Second Controller

1 To start playing split screen, simply connect a second controller at the main menu.
2 The game will prompt you to select a second console profile. Guest accounts cannot be used.
3 After selecting your console profile, Fortnite will automatically ask you to link another Epic Games account if not already linked.
4 Follow the instructions to link the Epic account if needed.
5 The second player should now appear in the lobby, and you can start playing Local Multiplayer supported game modes!

Select Local Multiplayer Games

Only supported game modes and maps can be played in split screen. Battle Royale, Reload, and the Zero Build variants are supported, but not Ranked mode! LEGO® Fortnite is also available for split screen.

Creative and Fortnite Festival Not Supported

Creative and Fortnite Festival modes are currently only playable online. To enjoy these modes with friends, be sure to squad up online!

Split-Screen Still Needs Internet

Fortnite still needs a stable internet connection for split screen to work properly.

Is There Split-Screen in Fortnite?

Only On PlayStation and Xbox

Fortnite Split-Screen is only available for the PS4 and PS5, as well as the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. It is also limited to only two players.

No Split-Screen for PC or Switch

Unfortunately, split screen mode is only available for PlayStation and Xbox. PC and Switch players will need to go online to play with friends!

Fortnite Related Guides

Tips and Tricks

Beginner's Guide to Chapter 6

All Tips and Tricks

List of Tips and Tricks
Fortnite XP Maps How to Cancel Fortnite Crew
How to Enable 2FA How to Change Fortnite Name
All Available Platforms What is Hitscan?
Can You Enter Chapter 6 Portals? How to Buy the Battle Bundle
Cash Register Locations Do You Need PlayStation Plus?
How to Play Split Screen How to Turn On Simple Edit
How to Level Up Fast How to Ledge Jump
How to Perform a Roll Landing How to Wall Scramble
How to Wall Kick How to Get Custom Crosshair on Xbox

Author

    Walkthrough Menu

    Please participate in our
    site improvement survey 12/2024
    Would you assist in
    improving Game8's site?
    ×
    This survey will take about 1 minute.
    Your answers will help us to improve our website.
    We are listening to our users' valuable opinions and discussing how to act on them.
    The information collected through this survey will be used for the purpose of improving our services. In addition, the information will only be disclosed a part of a statistic in a format that will not allow identification of personal information.
    Begin Survey

    All rights reserved