While Fortnite is a game of strategy, the social component of being able to play across devices and formats adds to the addictive nature of the game. But how much is too much? When parenting, the thing to remember is you are the parent. Set reasonable limits, and while it may be harder for parents to understand, it is a form of social interaction. Teach kids to play responsibly, set safety features and talk about not playing with people they do not know.

Key Takeaways:

• According to market research data from the firm, SuperData, it was discovered that the game, Fortnite: Battle Royale, generated $223 million in March.
• The game is focused on the last player standing. The players are dropped on an island and asked to survive by looking for weapons and other stuff.
• Although Fortnite is free to play on game systems, consoles, computers, and mobile phones, one has to pay to acquire accessories and character costumes.

“Every so often a game comes along that conquers the hearts, minds and thumbs of gamers everywhere. Fortnite: Battle Royale is the latest victor in this category.”

Read more: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/30/well/family/parenting-the-fortnite-addict.html

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