Where to Download Fortnite (2026) — PC, Console & Mobile

Fortnite is free to download. If you’re searching for where to download Fortnite, start with the official store for your device. On a Windows PC, use the Epic Games Launcher. On PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, use the console’s own store. Android players can choose Google Play or Epic Games Store; iPhone and iPad availability depends on country and device. A Mac does not have a native Fortnite download at this time, though cloud streaming is an option.

Use the official storefront for your device. Avoid third-party APK sites and “free V-Bucks” downloads: they are not required to install Fortnite and can put your account or device at risk. The game’s required storage changes with updates and platform, so check the free-space figure shown by your own store before installing.

Where to download Fortnite: official stores by platform

Console store links can open localized listings. If a linked page does not match your account’s country, search for Fortnite in the store on your console and confirm the publisher is Epic Games.

Download Fortnite on PC or console

Windows PC: install through the Epic Games Launcher

1. Open Fortnite’s official download page and download the Epic Games Launcher.
2. Install and open the launcher, then sign in to your Epic Games account.
3. Search the Epic Games Store for Fortnite and select the base game.
4. Choose Get to add it to your library. Open your library, select Fortnite, choose an install location, and start the download.
5. When installation finishes, launch the game from the Epic Games Launcher.

Epic’s PC installation instructions show the current launcher flow. Fortnite is not installed through Steam. If a page offers a separate “Fortnite installer” outside Epic, skip it.

PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5

1. Open the PlayStation Store on your console.
2. Search for Fortnite and select the free game published by Epic Games.
3. Choose Download or add the game to your library and start the download.

The official PlayStation Store listing covers PS4 and PS5. Store wording can differ slightly by console software version and country, so confirm that the selected item is the game itself rather than a currency pack or add-on.

Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S

1. Open the Microsoft Store on your Xbox.
2. Search for Fortnite and select the base game listing.
3. Choose Get or Install and wait for the download to complete.

Microsoft’s Xbox Store page lists Fortnite as free to start and supports Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Paid cosmetics and other add-ons may appear alongside the free game; they are optional.

Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

1. Open Nintendo eShop from the HOME Menu.
2. Search for Fortnite and select the listing for your console. Nintendo maintains separate product pages for Switch and Switch 2.
3. Select the free download option and let the installation finish.

Fortnite online play on Nintendo Switch does not require a Nintendo Switch Online membership; Nintendo names Fortnite as an example of a game that can be played online without one. You still need an internet connection and the relevant Nintendo and Epic account sign-ins. Check the Nintendo Switch Online FAQ for the current membership rule.

Download Fortnite on Android or iPhone

Android: Google Play or Epic Games Store

Epic’s current mobile instructions list both Google Play and the Epic Games Store app as Android download routes. On Google Play, search for Fortnite and install it from the official listing. For Epic’s route, visit Fortnite’s mobile page, choose Android, install the Epic Games Store app, then open that app and install Fortnite.

When Android asks for permission to install the Epic Games Store app from your browser, allow it only if the installer came from Epic’s official site. Android’s wording and settings location vary by phone maker. If Fortnite is missing from a store or marked incompatible, check Epic’s Android download help and device compatibility guidance rather than downloading an APK from an unofficial site.

iPhone and iPad: check your region first

Epic’s mobile page currently directs most iPhone and iPad users to the App Store, with Australia listed as unavailable there. Epic Games Store is another option in the European Union on iPhone and iPad, and in Japan and Brazil on iPhone. Epic also lists AltStore PAL for users in the European Union. Store eligibility can depend on both location and device, so follow the route displayed on Epic’s official mobile page or read its iOS installation guide.

Can you download Fortnite on Mac?

Epic’s current support page says Fortnite is not available as a native Mac download. It lists Xbox Cloud Gaming, NVIDIA GeForce NOW, and Amazon Luna as ways to play on Mac through cloud streaming. Streaming runs the game remotely, so it is different from installing Fortnite on the Mac and requires a stable connection plus a supported service and region. See Epic’s Mac availability guidance for the current options.

Before you install: accounts, progress, and storage

• Use the right account. Sign in to the platform account for your device. To carry Fortnite progress and eligible purchases between platforms, connect those accounts to the same Epic Games account. If you have played before, use the Epic account already linked to that progress instead of creating a second one. Epic explains how cross-platform progress works.
• Expect V-Bucks balances to differ. Progress and purchased items generally carry across linked platforms, but some V-Bucks remain tied to the platform where they were bought. Epic says V-Bucks purchased on Nintendo Switch are not shared with other platforms; its wallet guidance lists the exceptions.
• Leave room for updates. Download size changes over time and may differ by system or selected content. Use the space estimate shown by your device’s store, and keep additional free storage available for updates.
• The base download is free. Optional in-game purchases and add-ons are separate. Check the price and publisher in the store before confirming a purchase.

Quick fixes if Fortnite will not install

• Fortnite does not appear in search: Open the platform’s official game listing from the links above, check the store country and device compatibility, and install pending system updates.
• Your phone blocks an installer: For Android’s Epic Games Store route, verify that the file came directly from Epic before changing an install permission. Do not use third-party APK mirrors.
• The download stops or reports low storage: Free space, reconnect to a stable network, and resume the download in the same official store. The displayed size may change after a game update.
• Your progress looks new or missing: Check which Epic Games account is signed in and whether it is linked to the console or mobile account you used before. Avoid unlinking accounts until you have confirmed which account holds your progress.

Frequently asked questions

Is Fortnite free to download?

Yes. The base Fortnite game is free to download from the official platform store. Optional purchases are sold separately.

Can I play Fortnite on Mac without downloading it?

Yes, if a cloud gaming service that offers Fortnite is supported where you live. That streams the game; Epic does not currently offer a native Mac installation.

Is Fortnite still available on Android and iPhone?

Yes. Android has Google Play and Epic Games Store routes. iPhone and iPad availability depends on region and device; Epic’s mobile page shows the current official options.