Fortnite Breaks Player Count Record with 44.7 Million Players in One Day Thanks to "OG" Season Release

Fortnite OG season, a throwback to the 2018 original version, sparks surge in popularity and biggest day in Fortnite history, attracting 44.7 million players and recording 102 million hours of play on November 4, 2023.

The launch of Fortnite's 'OG' season, which returned the game to its original 2018 map and gameplay, led to the most significant single-day player turnout in Fortnite’s history, with 44.7 million players and 102 million hours of gameplay recorded on November 4, 2023.
The 'OG' season is a one-month-long event that takes players through an accelerated version of Fortnite’s history, revisiting previous seasons and game elements, with updates and changes occurring on a near-weekly basis.
The return to the original gameplay and map is considered a nostalgic move, with several returning points of interest and gear, leading to a considerable surge in the game’s popularity, pushing the concurrent player count to over 6.1 million at its peak.
These record-breaking numbers are particularly significant considering Fortnite remains unavailable on iOS devices and is only available via sideload via the Epic Games app on Android due to ongoing legal disputes with platform holders over store fees.
Fortnite's record-breaking popularity surge occurred amid recent challenges faced by Epic Games, including layoffs and legal disputes, reflecting the enduring appeal of the Fortnite brand and the successful implementation of its 'metaverse-inspired ecosystem for creators.'