Disney x Fortnite: Towards a New Gaming Universe in Epic Games’ Battle Royale?
Disney announced on February 7, 2024 that it is partnering with Epic Games in a historic investment of $1.5 billion to offer an open world in Fortnite where Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and Avatar coexist. A collaboration that promises a unique interactive and social experience for players around the world. We take stock!
Imagine a space where it’s possible to play, create, interact and even shop, all this Disney ! The mouse-ear company made the announcement on February 7, 2024, on the occasion of the presentation of its financial results for the first quarter of the year. investment A whopping $1.5 billion insideEpic GamesPublisher of FortniteWith the aim of creating an unprecedented partnership with Battle Royale.
A collaboration between these two entertainment giants that promises to bring together the enchanting world of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, Avatar And many others, in an open, continuous and deeply social game space. A completely new experience, basically Unreal engineAllows players to weave their own stories and adventures.
Bob IgerCEO of The Walt Disney CompanyAnd Tim SweeneyFounder and CEO ofEpic Games, both expressed their enthusiasm for this transformative project envisioning a significant expansion in the gaming and entertainment space. this “Disney World” version Fortnite Not only offers a new gaming platform, but aspires to be a hub where fans can express their passion. Disney universe Share content in unique and innovative ways (to make us think strangely about certain Ralph 2.0… those who have seen the film will understand).
The exact details of the project remain shrouded in mystery, but the ambition is clear: to provide a platform where the boundaries between playing, watching and interacting are blurred. Past cooperation between Disney And Epic Games in FortniteEspecially through the introduction of live events and skins Marvel, Lucasfilms (Cuckoo Indiana Jones…) and Star Wars, was just a taste of what promises to be a revolution in the video game industry. So players can expect unprecedented immersion in the world they love, with the freedom to create and share their experiences.
This is a strong statement of partnership Disney, supporting its desire to sustainably establish itself in the video game space. The $1.5 billion investment demonstrates the entertainment company’s commitment to this new venture, with the promise of bringing together its iconic story worlds into an open and interactive ecosystem. Expectations are high, and eyes are on the future, eager to find out how Disney And Epic Games will redefine the experience of Video game.
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