Fortniteis already a hugely popular game on live-streaming platforms. The game draws in tons of viewers who enjoy watching the game’s best players secure Victory Royales, using ridiculous strategies as well as incredible skills. Most recently,Fortnitemade headlines due to aTwitch stream that included Ninja, Drake, Travis Scott, and more famous faces playing the game together.
elrubius' stream is monumental for several reasons and not just because the YouTuber got more viewers than Ninja, who is one of themost well-paidFortnitestreamersand is one of the game’s most prominent players. The record is also interesting because it took place on YouTube rather than Twitch.
Some are arguing whether the record is fair since YouTube is a platform with far more viewers. But elrubius' success highlights the fact that it is possible to become a successful streamer (or to host successful game livestreams) on platforms that aren’t Twitch. This record could help YouTube to grow in its position as a Twitch rival, with more up and coming streamers considering YouTube as a viable platform. Given that some of YouTube’s most famous creators, such asLogan Paul, are also considering hosting Twitch streamsthis could help YouTube keep some of its talent on its own platform.
The streaming record is also great news forFortnitedevelopers Epic Games and People Can Fly who benefit immensely from streamers' support of the game. The more high-profile streams that take place, the more people will feel inclined to play the game and, potentially, spend money on it as well. It’s whyFortniteis set to get more features that specifically help broadcasters, such asin-game replays and live recording tools; these make it easier for streamers and creators to share and make content. It could also mean thatFortnitefans see even more record-setting streams for the game, even beating elrubius' figures.
Fortniteis available now in early access for iOS devices, PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
