The well-known streamer Ninja not only rushes from record to record on Twitch, he is also considered one of the best players in the world. In an interview, he now gives helpful tips and tricks on how players can improve in Fortnite: Battle Royale.
Ninja, whose real name is Tyler Blevins, is currently in everyone’s thoughts. Subscriptions on his Twitch channel have exploded in recent weeks. The great success of Fortnite: Battle Royale is not least due to him.
The magazine Forbes interviewed the streamer – and he provides some interesting assistance for new players and veterans to improve. We summarize the essential information for you!
Don’t focus solely on winning in Fortnite: Battle Royale!
If you direct all your actions in Fortnite towards winning a game, you will definitely be disappointed. Fortnite: Battle Royale includes too many random moments. So it can theoretically happen that after landing you get shot by 99 opposing players.
Don’t let these random moments frustrate you, they are part of the gaming experience. Therefore, focus only on what you can actually control – your playstyle and your skill with the weapon.
Ninja always lands in highly frequented areas. As a streamer, he sees it as his job to provide a good show, but this is not the only reason. Those who learn where the treasure chests are and where to grab the first weapon have a clear advantage right at the start of a round.
Pay attention to the flight path of the battle bus
You now have the option to view the flight path of the battle bus on the starting island (just open the map before the bus takes off). Make use of this knowledge. Most players land near the flight path.
Depending on the storm’s progress, you can estimate which direction opponents are trying to reach the safe zone. Use this knowledge to move in a way that you can be attacked from as few directions as possible.
Adapt your playstyle to your tools!
If you only have submachine guns and shotguns, you will be powerless at longer distances. Play aggressively with melee weapons and pick off your enemies with ranged weapons from a safe distance.
You should also always consider which fight you really want to engage in. You shouldn’t push enemies with a height advantage if you don’t have the right tool for it. Ninja positively highlights that Epic now provides a whole range of weapons and grenades that perfectly suit every playstyle.
What are common mistakes made by players in Fortnite: Battle Royale?
According to Ninja, many players lose their fights simply because they lack practice – after all, the battle royale variant of Fortnite is only a few months old. He encourages everyone to invest hours into the game; progress will come automatically.
This should of course be done with consideration of other commitments. Not everyone has the time like Ninja to spend hours in the game daily. He also encourages his younger viewers to focus on school before playing Fortnite.
Another mistake many players make: they want to win without fully mastering the game. They land far away from the hot spots, playing slowly and cautiously. Until a certain point, this may work well.
However, if they encounter a talented player, they will be completely torn apart. Ninja advises to first learn the game before you seriously try to win.
Land in highly frequented areas, force yourself to challenge other players, and confront your opponents Learn the locations with the best treasures by heart so that you always have direct access to a weapon – and thus an advantage.
Sooner or later, you will be forced to build. Practice the building mode – it will determine victory or defeat.
Ninja’s tips for the building mode in Fortnite: Battle Royale
Ninja also advises to play aggressively when it comes to building mode. Sooner or later, you will be forced to rely on self-built fortifications to survive tricky situations.
Learn the building mode by jumping off the edge of the map, collecting materials, and happily building away:
- Practice building four walls and a stair. You should be able to build such a structure in no time. Experienced players can do this on PC in about 1-1.5 seconds.
- Learn to add doors to your walls.
- Familiarize yourself with editing your building pieces. Change the position of stairs or remove certain elements.
Ninja also refers to various tutorial videos available on YouTube on this topic. You can watch an example of such a tutorial here:
Practice all these aspects until you master them in your sleep. Those who understand the building mode and can use it effectively will greatly increase their chances of winning.
What is Ninja’s favorite weapon loadout?
Ninja’s selection shows especially that every player should be prepared for all possible encounters:
- A assault rifle (or the burst variant)
- A shotgun
- A sniper rifle
- An explosive weapon like the grenade launcher or rocket launcher
- A healing item – Ninja recommends shield potions, as shields are the first thing the opponent has to destroy
Do you agree with Ninja’s statements? Do you have any additional tips?
