Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kris Holt is a writer who covers video games and word games. Every six months or so, I get sucked back into Fortnite for a while.

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. If Fortnite's existing three battle royale modes aren't enough for you, Epic's got something new up its sleeve in the June 18 update. Blitz Royale is, ...

Epic Games and Fortnite have rolled out the red carpet for the game’s newest mode: Fortnite Blitz Royale, a fast-paced, 32-player battle royale that can wrap up in five minutes or less. Epic and ...

Blitz Royale is defined by its speed, the abundance of top-tier weapons, and by its themed crossovers, such as with Stranger Things. It used to have medallions and boons that granted you special ...