ESL FACEIT announces new rules for competitive Fortnite through the use of Unreal Editor

Fortnite fans can expect to have a new competitive Fortnite experience as the world’s largest esports company unveils new competitive rules that can become an alternative to the Fortnite Championship Series format.

EFG will leverage cutting-edge Unreal Editor for Fortnite or UEFN tools to reimagine competitive Fortnite with custom islands, new game modes, and a team-based format. 

“Not only will this unlock experiences for players, but also raise the bar for in-game partner integration that adds value to the community,” ESL FACEIT announced in a statement.

The company also announced that they will take inspiration from classic FPS titles and building for 4vs4 teamplay as EFG and UEFN specialists 404 Creative will develop competitive game modes like Capture the Flag, Hardpoint, and Shrinking Zone, complete with specialized character classes to add depth in strategy, storylines and teamwork. ESL Faceit says, this will also help grow the community by attracting new competitors from multiple FPS titles.

EFG Senior Director of Game Ecosystems and Growth Titles Brian Krämer said, “ESL Featuring Fortnite is all about offering fans more ways to play and compete. Not only does it promote a new caliber of team play, but it creates new avenues for esports organizations to find the next breakout star. We’re excited to watch this initiative grow and evolve for all kinds of players.”

The company also aims to build a self-sustaining and community-driven esports ecosystem with the help of Creator Economy 2.0, an initiative created by Epic Games for island creators to earn money based on the engagement generated by their in-game creations. “Working alongside the initiative, the organizer intends to reinvest a portion of the revenue generated back into the ecosystem,” ESL Faceit said in its statement.

Team Heretics, Karmine Corp, Zeta Division, LOUD and Team Dignitas will be among the first pro teams to field squads in this new ESL Featuring Fortnite format.