Epic Games has made waves today with the introduction of the first-person camera mode, which is now available in Fortnite Creative Beta, starting December 11, 2024. While the main battle royale mode remains in third-person view, the first-person feature marks a significant step into new gameplay possibilities for creators and custom map designers.
Initially teased during the State of Unreal presentation earlier in the year, this first-person camera mode allows Fortnite creators to experiment with a more immersive perspective for their maps. It’s a beta feature limited to Fortnite’s Creative Island, meaning players must rely on custom maps rather than the main game’s core battle royale modes.
The first-person camera supports most ranged weapons and the Ballistic Shield, although custom animations for reloads aren’t yet universally implemented. Actions like dual-wielding, swimming, gliding, or skydiving will automatically switch the view back to third-person, and rendering issues such as clipping and hidden hands may arise.
This beta release is part of Epic Games’ broader strategy to experiment with first-person mechanics, which could eventually extend to Fortnite’s Zero Build and main battle royale modes. In addition, Epic is exploring the development of new VR experiences, indicating that Fortnite might soon merge its iconic gameplay with virtual reality mechanics.
Moreover, alongside this first-person camera release, Epic Games has launched Fortnite Ballistic, a tactical 5v5 first-person shooter mode focused solely on gunplay without building mechanics. This mode mirrors popular shooters like CS:GO, featuring bomb planting objectives, team coordination challenges, and tactical decision-making
With these new updates, Epic Games is reshaping Fortnite into not only a battle royale powerhouse but also a hub for experimental creative modes and FPS innovations, offering players and map creators fresh opportunities to explore unique gameplay mechanics and custom experiences.
