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Does LEGO Fortnite Have Split-Screen Local Co-Op?

Can you play together on the couch?

If you’re hoping to find the new perfect game to play with your kids or loved ones, LEGO Fortnite may be the best choice around. However, will you need to play on separate systems and accounts, or can you gather together on the couch?

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Can You Play Locally With Friends in LEGO Fortnite?

According to an official Blog Post by Epic Games, there is currently no option to play LEGO Fortnite in split-screen mode. This may come as a shock since the standard Battle Royale mode does allow players to jump into split-screen play for Duos or Squads gameplay, but this new mode may not be ready to handle all of the action of the new LEGO World.

How Can You Play Co-Op With Friends in LEGO Fortnite?

If you’re hoping to have a friend or two join you, you can invite them directly from the lobby of the game. While there may not be any split screen available, Cross-Play is still enabled, so you can play with your friends regardless of the console or device they choose to join in on. LEGO Fortnite is available on all platforms, Mobile and Cloud included, so players can join from anywhere.

How Many Players Can Play LEGO Fortnite Together?

If you’re hoping to make a glorious world with friends, a total of eight players can join into LEGO Fortnite together. If you’re hoping to learn how to invite your friends to play in your world, we’ve got you covered. However, LEGO Fortnite is also completely playable on your own, so you don’t need to worry if you can get the whole gang together for some game time, but it’s easier to score some extra materials when you’ve got some pals by your side. Need to create a Crafting Bench? Bring some friends along for the ride and you’ll have that done in a matter of minutes.

No matter if you’re a fan of the Battle Royale mode, or you just want to relax in Sandbox mode on your own, there is plenty of stuff to do within the world of Fortnite. Be sure to check out our section below to get your hands on plenty of tips and tricks to make the new game mode all the more exciting, especially once you find out how to make plenty of arrows.


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