How to play Fortnite splitscreen on PlayStation and Xbox

Modified Jun 12, 2024 07:04 GMT

Players can play Fortnite splitscreen on PlayStation and Xbox to further enhance their experience in the sandy map of Wrecked with their squads. With the help of this feature, they can share the experience of competing with their friends physically next to them. Splitscreen allows them to play live with their friends on a single console, with the only requirement being an extra controller.

While the prospect is enticing, it has a few things to be observed. Here's how to play Fortnite splitscreen on PlayStation and Xbox.

Guide to play Fortnite splitscreen on PlayStation and Xbox

Play Fortnite splitscreen on PlayStation and Xbox by following this tutorial. (Image via Epic Games)

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Players can easily play Fortnite splitscreen on PlayStation and Xbox. All they need are Fortnite accounts and two connected controllers:

Start Fortnite and go to the lobby.
Select the second player's console account on the prompt that appears after connecting the second controller.
On the bottom right of the screen, a prompt will pop up advising to hold down the respective action button (Triangle for PlayStation, A for Xbox), which will allow the second player to log in and appear in the lobby.
Splitscreen mode will be enabled when a match is started.

This method allows players with two controllers to jump into a match together and enjoy the latest season of Fortnite, with all new items and consumables.

What game modes are available in splitscreen on Playstation and Xbox?

Only duos and squads are available in splitscreen mode (Image via Epic Games)

Note that when splitscreen is turned on, only duos and squads can be played, disabling all other modes until the second controller is disconnected.

Additionally, splitscreen is not available in creative and Limited Time Modes as well as Fortnite Save the World, Ranked, and Solos.

Is Splitscreen available on PC and Nintendo Switch?

Splitscreen is currently not available for PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices. (Image via Epic Games)

Splitscreen is not available on PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices. As of now, it is only available on PlayStation and Xbox.

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Splitscreen on Playstation and Xbox has its drawbacks

Splitscreen only works in-game and cannot be used in lobby or submenus. (Image via Epic Games)

It is important to note that splitscreen only works in-game. The lobby or any of the submenus cannot be shared. Additionally, they cannot share inventory using split-screen mode. Both players must have the same language settings for this feature to work on PlayStation and Xbox.

While these are the basics to be noted to play splitscreen, the most important thing that you need to know before diving into this mode is that the screen will be divided. Now, it will be separated horizontally by default, which can also be made vertically depending on what works for you better.

However, this is a crucial aspect to be kept in mind to play Fortnite splitscreen on PlayStation and Xbox, as limited screen view does affect how a team plays. Make sure to communicate efficiently with your teammate to make the most out of this drawback.

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Edited by Jito Tenson