Our goal was to bring purpose and educational value to Fortnite, creating a purposeful experience that demonstrates the platform’s power to be used beyond entertainment. With the virtual world as our canvas, we were able to weave in story and learning moments across the island, allowing players to dive into the architecture, beliefs and cultures of this amazing period.
Working closely with renowned Egyptologist Joann Fletcher, we used the absolute latest research and understanding of Ancient Egypt to ensure a perfect balance of playability and authenticity. For example, when we learnt that the Great Sphinx was not assembled piece by piece but was actually carved from a single mass of limestone, this presented a great opportunity to promote learning through first-hand action. In the game, players have to collectively carve out the remainder of the Sphinx themselves, allowing them to appreciate and change their perception of this remarkable ancient monument.
Laden with jumping puzzles, multi-point challenges, discoverable cinematic moments and multiplayer moments, the island is designed to ensure that all Fortnite players will be able to enjoy the experience – at home, in classrooms and across devices.