Compared with PUBG MOBILE, another shooter on the same battle royale shelf, Fortnite spreads across more game types than a single match format. Epic Games, Inc publishes it for Android as a free download with a Teen content rating. This page covers the developer, the modes in the app and the device requirements. It is listed here as available through Google Play only.
Epic Games and the Android release
Epic Games, Inc develops and publishes Fortnite, and the developer lists a help site at epicgames.com/help for support. The Android release date is April 19, 2020, and the latest version is 43.00.0-59596594-Android, updated on October 26, 2026. It needs Android 8.0 or newer.
The game is filed under battle royale, controller and open-world categories, with action and teen tags. It is free, carries no ads, and offers in-app purchases, with the Shop selling Outfits, Back Bling and Emotes. Modes include Battle Royale, Blitz Royale, LEGO Fortnite and Fortnite Festival, plus developer-made games such as Droid Tycoon.
Battle Royale, Zero Build, LEGO Fortnite and Festival
The core mode is Battle Royale, a third-person PvP shooter where the aim is to be the last one standing while a Storm closes in. Blitz Royale is a variant played on a smaller map with fewer players. Zero Build removes construction, and you can play solo or as a duo, trio or four-person squad, using an Overshield for protection.
Beyond shooting, the app lists LEGO Fortnite for exploration, Fortnite Festival for music play, and Droid Tycoon. Developer-made multiplayer games include tycoons, deathruns and zombie survival. Ranked modes feed into Fortnite Competitive tournaments, where rewards can include cash or cosmetics.
Each Season brings a new Battle Pass with Outfits, Pickaxes and Gliders unlocked through Quests and XP. The OG Pass revives classic looks inspired by past Seasons, and the Shop sells Outfits, Back Bling and Emotes. Eight screenshots are on the listing.
Android 8.0 minimum and what it costs
Fortnite runs on Android 8.0 or later, and the package ID is com.epicgames.fortnite. Download size and hardware requirements for your phone are listed on its store page.
The game costs nothing and carries no ads. In-app purchases are optional and center on the Shop, where you can buy Outfits, Back Bling and Emotes, plus a new Battle Pass each Season.
Fortnite pros and cons
Pros
- Free to install with no ads listed
- Many modes in one app, including Battle Royale, Zero Build, LEGO Fortnite and Festival
- Rated 4.6 on Google Play from about 537.2 thousand ratings
- Runs on Android 8.0 and later
- Recently updated, with version 43.00.0 dated October 26, 2026
Cons
- Includes in-app purchases for cosmetics and passes
- Teen content rating, so it may not suit younger players
- Download size and device specifications vary by device
Is Fortnite safe?
Fortnite is published by Epic Games, Inc, which maintains a help site for support. It carries a Teen content rating and shows no ads, but it does include in-app purchases. It is available through Google Play only. No independent security review is available.
How to install Fortnite
- Press the Google Play button on this page.
- Check the listing in the Play Store and press Install.
- Open Fortnite when the install finishes. Updates arrive through Google Play.
