Tips for Beginners on Surviving Longer in Fortnite
Practice Makes Perfect
The best tip we can give a beginner to surviving longer in Fortnite is to practice as often as possible. Playing matches will help build your skill, and play against others that are on your level. As you play, take notes of your short-comings and then try to improve them. Focus on the basics - moving, shooting, and building.
Stay On The Move
No matter your experience level, it’s always wise to stay on the move. This will help you stay out of the line of fire, as well as make it harder for others to get a clear shot. Look for higher positions and try to stay clear of low-lying areas, which can more easily be attacked.
Study Your Surroundings
Take in your surroundings as you make your way around the map. Look for enemy locations, potential traps, and most importantly, weapons and resources. Knowing the area will help you plan your next moves, stay one step ahead of your enemies and give you the advantage of a longer lasting game.
Choose Your Weapons Wisely
To help increase your chances of survival, make sure to choose weapons that fit your playing style, and never discard them unless you’re sure you’ve squeezed the life out of it. Also, pay attention to the ammo type a weapon uses. Heavy weapons may be powerful, but they’ll require a lot of ammo to keep using them. Choose a combination of long-range weapons, like snipers and ARs, and short-range weapons, such as shotguns.
Go Guns Blazing
While it may be tempting to save your combat engagements for later on, don’t be afraid to jump into an aggressive fight. Go guns blazing! If you know there’s another player around, find them and be the one to fire the first shot. More often than not, this will surprise your enemy, and give you a few free hits before they are able to defend themselves. Taking this approach advantage as often as possible will definitely help you survive longer.
Stay Informed
One of the very best ways to become seasoned in a game is to stay informed with what’s going on in the community. Keep up with Fortnite news updates, follow popular streamers, join a clan or find like-minded players to form a team and even watch tutorials. Also try and attend and watch tournaments and world championships when you can.
Have Fun
Above all else, the key to surviving longer in Fortnite is to have fun. Don’t take it all too seriously and don’t be afraid to make mistakes. With enough practice, analyzing the environment and making the right choices, you'll find yourself newly enjoying the game and surviving longer than you thought before.