In Fortnite: Battle Royale, players can dive into a new mode for a limited time – 50vs50. Our author Robert tried it out and had mixed feelings afterward.
Fortnite’s lighthearted PvP variant Battle Royale is simply built, but offers plenty of room for all kinds of tactical tricks. The time-limited 50vs50 mode in Battle Royale promises just that, but offers even more chaos and action.
Instead of fighting solo, in duos, or in squads of four, you battle here in a gigantic team of 50 players against 50 opponents. This promises significantly larger battles with many contenders on both sides.
Friend or Foe? This becomes clear only after landing
With a friend, I start the 50vs50 mode as a duo. You can still start the mode alone, in pairs, or even in squads of four. Direct team members are displayed on the map.
The rest of your team is recognizable by a green triangle above the figure. Who belongs to your 50s team is only recognizable after landing. If you are on your way to Retail Row, it can happen that you land there with 10 opponents without knowing it.
The choice of landing place has thus become significantly more important in 50vs50.
Choosing the starting point is crucial in 50vs50
We experienced that we landed in Retail Row among 10 opponents. However, you can also experience the opposite and deal with a dozen allies.
And unfortunately, that’s not so good. Everything your teammates pick up is lost for you (unless they die). In a locust-like manner, entire cities are plundered – Whoever is not quick here will have a hard time snagging something useful at the start.
Therefore, you must weigh the following points:
- If you land in a quiet spot on the map, there is a chance to grab more loot. In return, you can be overrun quickly if opponents move in groups.
- If you land in a large city, allies can snatch the best items right under your nose (at least you are better protected), or you land in the midst of a group of enemies that will probably eliminate you quickly.
The advantages of moving in a group of allies outweigh, however. Enemy players can be distracted more easily, battles can be evaded more easily. Just join one of the marauding gangs.
Games in the 50vs50 mode end faster
What we noticed: Games end faster, often a team could gain a significant numerical advantage and thus a major advantage. With few remaining opponents, it is only a matter of time before they are found and eliminated.
The battles towards the end are larger, and structures can be built, but were significantly rarer than in the other modes. The coordination of a larger dwelling with more participants is more difficult, especially the space requirements must be properly considered.
Conclusion:
Instead of the small pre-made teams, you are up against 50 opponents in this mode. If you enjoy chaos and large enemy groups, this mode is perfect for you. The chances of winning a game are significantly higher than in other Battle Royale variants.
What I don’t like are the raids, especially at the beginning of a round. Few players drop weapons for colleagues who are still left empty-handed. However, team play is essential.
Otherwise, the mode offers the usual fun Battle Royale atmosphere, albeit on a much larger scale. Running around the map with more than 10 teammates is quite amusing, the larger battles offer opportunities for all kinds of tactical tricks.
However, for me personally, the smaller teams or solo games offer the greater thrill. When it comes down to 1vs1 at the end, the excitement is high – a situation that almost doesn’t exist in the 50vs50 mode.
You can try out the 50vs50 mode until December 17. Additionally, Epic has announced further events. What they will be, we will find out in due time.
How do you like the 50vs50 mode of Fortnite: Battle Royale?
