Fortnite is currently the game to play, no other game is more popular. No other game has ever seen the level of adoption in a single year as Fortnite has in 2018. Everyone is getting involved now to capitalize on it's popularity, even Microsoft.

Fortnite players have become millionaires from winning one tournament, it's actually really amazing. Gamers were addicted to Fortnite before tournament play and this has taken the game to a new level. Tournaments are needed for the longevity of a game, nothing lasts forever. At least when money is involved it can greatly extend the lifespan of a particular game.

Microsofts first Fortnite tournament

Microsoft is organizing a Fortnite tournament in four different regions. Anyone who is 14 or older can sign up for it. The first round of this competition starts on October 19 one week from today.

To register for the tournament go to this link. You will be able to see all 80 events and sign up for the event at any Microsoft store. Each play can enter into only one regional tournament and something to note, changing team members during the tournament is not allowed.

This tournament will take place from October 19 until November 2, there is a $55,000 prize pool. This event is only available in the squads game mode. Teams up 4 players will compete to be the champions of this tournament.

Players will enter into a qualifying tournament to make it into the regional tournament and the winners of each region will compete in a championship tournament. Tournament info as well as the scoring system can be found by clicking this link here.