FORTNITE is launching a new weapons-free game mode where players can watch free concerts from some of the world’s biggest acts.
First previewed last week with sets from Jordan Fisher and Diplo, the Party Royale mode will kick off in earnest this weekend with a lineup featuring Dillon Francis, Steve Aoki and deadmau5.
Fortnite is launching a new weapons-free mode called Party Royale
Performances live-streamed from the artists’ homes will be beamed onto a huge screen perched on a virtual stage within the game.
Rather than shoot one another, players will be free to roam the map unarmed and watch the concert from the comfort of their own homes.
The music starts on the main stage on Saturday, May 9 at 2am BST (Friday at 9pm ET) and runs until 3am BST (10pm ET).
For those who don’t fancy staying up late, there’s a repeat show scheduled for the same day at 7pm BST (2PM ET).
Artist will live-stream performances from their homes, which will be beamed onto a huge screen perched on a virtual stageA whopping 350million players logged on to Fortnite last month
To watch either show, select the “Party Royale” playlist in Battle Royale.
Fortnite-maker Epic Games said the “party” was being held in-part to celebrate hitting a landmark 350million registered players last month.
“Dillon Francis, Steve Aoki, and deadmau5 are coming to Party Royale with back-to-back-to-back sets LIVE on the big screen at the Main Stage,” the US firm wrote in a blog post.
“Hit the dance floor, chill with friends, or jump into activities in Party Royale.”
Party Royale takes place on a special island map that’s separate from the game’s wildly popular Battle Royale mode.
As well as watch the odd gig, visitors can play mini-games, try out new outfits or just chat with fellow Fortnite fans.
“Shows at the Main Stage are just some of the many attractions at Party Royale,” Epic Games said.
“In this new experimental and evolving space, there are many things to do and places to explore.
“For example: take on aerial obstacle courses at Skydive Rift, participate in boat races at Fishsticks’ Boat Race, and grab items at The Plaza such as the new Paint Launcher.”
Fortnite, which you can download for free on PC, PS4 and Xbox One, has hosted live concerts before.
Last month, Texas rapper performed four virtual concerts within the game as an enormous, computer-generated version of himself.
An estimated 12million players tuned in to his first show on April 24.
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