Why did we choose this topic for our project? Well it's simple. Fortnite is the most popular video game in the world at this time according to ranker.com. Not only that, it is also our favorite game to play, which we're sure doesn't include just our group. The game is appealing to so many people right now and has even broken records. It has also been featured on many news outlets. Not only that, it has become very significant even in our small town. It seems as though every hallway of our school has a conversation relating to Fortnite. Overall, the game is leaving a large impact on the world, far more than we realize, therefore, what better topic to present about? The historical significance of the game is growing as time continues. It's a practically modern epidemic.

What is Fortnite all about? Fortnite is a multiplayer Battle Royale game. You spawn on the map with nothing but your pickaxe, along with 99 other people. The goal: Be the last one alive. It has broken numerous video game records and has brought in a lot of funds for the developers. According to vox.com, the game has a large player base and value. They mentioned this in their statement, "just how popular is Fortnite? For starters, it’s been raking in the cash, surpassing its predecessor, Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds (about which more in a moment), and earning more than $100 million per month in in-app purchases. Remember, this is a game that’s free to download and play, so that’s pretty epic. In February, it hit a record of 3.4 million people playing the game all at once, while its overall player base has reportedly passed 45 million." As notable, Fornite has had a significant impact on the gaming community. With over 45 million people playing it, the game continues to thrive.

• Fortnite has broken substantial records, particularly on the platform Twitch. The most recent record broken was by Spanish YouTuber "elrubiusOMG" who had over 1.1 million live viewers watching him play.
• Over 45 million people play fortnite, 3.2 million being the most at one time.
• Fortnite brings in over 100 Million Dollars per month in "in-game" cosmetics alone. For a free game, 100 million dollars a month is a large number.
• Fortnite's historical significance is climbing, almost everyone, including the internet and Television alike, have been discussing its popularity.