Fortnite has been in development since at least 2011 and when it came to market as an early access title it wasn't very good. Come marvel with us at Epic Games' epic turn around with Fortnite: Battle Royale.

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How Fortnite became the world's biggest game

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After 192 episodes and millions of downloads, Polygon's Quality Control is going on hiatus. To celebrate we brought back creator Justin McElroy. Until the next time we've got a game, a movie, or anything at all to talk about, thanks to you at home for listening.
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Just Cause 4 is good. Right up until it isn't. 
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How Fortnite became the world's biggest game

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