Fortnite Battle Royale is a free-to-play battle royale game released by Epic Games in 2017, where up to 100 players skydive onto a large island to scavenge weapons and resources while a shrinking storm forces them into combat, with the goal of being the last one standing. A defining feature is its building system, which lets players use gathered wood, stone, and metal to construct defensive or tactical structures in real-time, viewed from a third-person perspective. The game operates as a live service, divided into chapters and seasons that constantly reshape the island, and it monetizes through V-Bucks and a seasonal Battle Pass for cosmetic items, while also introducing modes like Zero Build (which removes building) and frequent crossovers with films, TV, and music. Development began in mid-2017 following the success of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, and it was released as a standalone free title after just two months of work, later expanding to consoles, mobile, and cross-platform play. With hundreds of millions of registered players, it has been praised for its accessibility and frequent updates but criticized for its monetization and steep learning curve, while also generating significant cultural impact through esports, live events, and legal disputes over copyright and privacy.