With Fortnite Chapter 5, Season 1, Epic Games is bringing some changes to the competitive system. Here's everything you can expect with the new patch.
Fortnite's competitive game modes allow players to test their skills and prove who's the best in battle royale. Epic Games is known for hosting cash cups and other competitions to further promote the game's competitive community. And there is always a lot of cash involved. But just because things are going well doesn't mean Epic Games is resting on its laurels.
A recent blog post from Epic describes how the competitive scene will change in Chapter 5, Season 1. Here are the details.
Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 5 Ranked Playlists
The Ranked offerings will still feature 7 modes in total:
- Battle Royale
- Solo
- Duo
- Trio
- Squad
- Zero Build
- Solo
- Duo
- Squad
Ranked Season Zero Reset
Epic Games will reset every player's rank with the new season to give everyone a fresh start. Simply jump into the fray and play a ranked match to receive your new rank (one match each for Battle Royale and Zero Build).
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 Tournaments
2024 FNCS Chapter 5
Certainly, FNCS is set to make a comeback in 2024. Team up with your Duo and get ready for the upcoming tournaments starting later this season. Stay tuned for more information coming your way in January.
Ranked Cups
This season there are so-called Ranked Cups. Players will have the opportunity to compete against similarly ranked opponents in both Battle Royale and Zero Build in team, duo or solo formats.
Earn at least 75 points in any competitive stage in Ranked Cups to win the "High Society Ranker Glider". This glider has dynamic designs that display the color of the highest rank you have achieved in the current season.
C5S1 Ranked Cups Schedule:
- Solo: January 12, February 2, March 1
- Duo: January 13, February 3, March 2
- Squad: January 14, February 4, March 3
Mix-Up Mondays
Mix-Up Mondays have returned! Prepare yourself for a weekly burst of thrill, featuring ever-changing scoring systems, formats, and objectives. Join every Monday to display your talents.
Victory Cash Cups
The Victory Cash Cups make a comeback in Battle Royale Chapter 5 Season 1, available for Solo Battle Royale and Duos Zero Build players. This offers Fortnite competitors more chances to win cash prizes. Advance to Round 2 and secure a cash reward for each Victory Royale you achieve in that round!
To view the Victory Cash Cups schedule, visit the “Compete” tab in the game. Participation in these cups requires a minimum rank of Gold I in Ranked Battle Royale or Ranked Zero Build, depending on whether you're entering the Solo Victory Cash Cup or the Duos Zero Build Victory Cash Cup.
PlayStation Cups
PlayStation enthusiasts, set a reminder! Engage in the Fortnite PlayStation Cups solo from December 8, 2023, to January 14, 2024.
Qualify as one of the top 50 scorers in each Qualifier Cup to enter the Battle Royale or Zero Build Finals (based on your qualifying category) on either January 13 or January 14. Competitors in both Finals will vie for a portion of the $250,100 prize pool!
Even if you don't reach the Finals, participating in the Qualifiers brings a chance to win an in-game reward. Score a minimum of 25 points in any qualifying round to earn the Tough Chuggus Loading Screen.
To participate in the PlayStation Cups, you need to be ranked at least Bronze I in Ranked Battle Royale or Ranked Zero Build, depending on whether you choose the Battle Royale or Zero Build track.
PS Cups Schedule:
- December 8 - Zero Build PlayStation Cup Qualifier 1
- December 9 - Battle Royale PlayStation Cup Qualifier 1
- December 15 - Zero Build PlayStation Cup Qualifier 2
- December 16 - Battle Royale PlayStation Cup Qualifier 2
- January 13 - Zero Build PlayStation Cup Finals
- January 14 - Battle Royale PlayStation Cup Finals
Cash Cups
The classic Battle Royale Duos Cash Cups return this Season, presenting a chance for you and your Duos partner to participate in two rounds of exhilarating Battle Royale action. Keep an eye on the schedule for the Duos Cash Cups by checking the "Compete" tab within the game.
To join the Cash Cups, ensure you have achieved at least a Gold I rank in Ranked Battle Royale.
Console Cash Cups
Console gamers, gear up for Chapter 5 Season 1! Team up with your Duos partner and dive into as many as four Duos Console Cash Cups, replacing the seasonal Console Champions Cup. These Duos Console Cash Cups are exclusive to players on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The competition features a two-round format — make it to Round 2 for a shot at winning cash prizes!
These Console Cash Cups will be held as Battle Royale contests, and you'll need to be ranked at least Platinum I in Ranked Battle Royale to participate.
In short, you won't be bored this season, especially if you're comfortable with both Battle Royale and Zero Build.