Summary
WithFortnitecoming to the Switch 2 on day one, Epic Games is giving away a freebie to those who log into the game on the console during its first few months. Nintendo fans have been waiting for June 5 ever since the release date of the Switch 2 was announced.Mario Kart Worldis the center of the show for many players, but there are plenty of other exciting features and games coming to the console on its first day. A wide selection of games will be available for the Switch 2 as soon as it’s out, andFortniteis one of them.
The original Switch wasn’t as powerful compared to other consoles, as it was a handheld device as well as a home console. Therefore,Fortnitewasn’t able to run as smoothly as it did on Xbox and PlayStation. However, theSwitch 2 version ofFortnitebrings great changes, such as higher resolution, more FPS, better visuals and effects, and overall performance improvements.
To celebrate the release of the latest Nintendo console, Epic Games is giving away a free emote to gamers who playFortniteon the Switch 2 during the first few months after launch. Players who log intoFortniteon a Nintendo Switch 2 by July 17, 2025, will receive the Wishing Star emote for free. In the blog post announcing the freebie, Epic Games even referenced Kirby by saying, “Grab a shooting star, make a wish, and throw it back! You can’t go on an air ride with it, but it’s the next best thing.” This is a not-so-subtle nod to theupcomingKirby Air Ridersgame for the Switch 2.
Fortnite Releases Free Emote on the Switch 2
June 5 is bound to be an exciting day for many Nintendo fans, especially those who enjoyFortnite. Even though gamers were let down when they found out thatSave the World won’t be coming to the Switch 2, they can still try outFortnite’s multitude of game modes on a brand-new console and claim a free item while they’re at it. Players who are skipping the Switch 2 for now can get the Wishing Star emote once it hits the Item Shop after this promotional offer.
Except for Save the World, Switch 2 players will get access to all other game modes, and Replay Mode will also make a debut on a Nintendo system. The console comes right on time for the end of Galactic Battle, so fans on Switch 2 will get towatch theStar Warslive event inFortnitealongside mobile, console, and PC players.
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WHERE TO PLAY
Create, play, and battle with friends for free in Fortnite. Be the last player standing in Battle Royale and Zero Build, experience a concert or live event, or discover over a million creator made games, including racing, parkour, zombie survival, and more. Each Fortnite island has an individual age rating so you can find the one that’s right for you and your friends.Explore large, destructible environments where no two games are ever the same. Team up with friends by sprinting, climbing and smashing your way to earn your Victory Royale, whether you choose to build up in Fortnite Battle Royale or go no-builds in Fortnite Zero Build.Discover even more ways to play across thousands of creator-made game genres: adventure, roleplay, survival and more. Or, band together with up to three friends to fend off hordes of monsters in Save the World.
