Fortnite dev launches tools to simplify cross-platform multiplayer

In September 2017, Epic Games accidentally enabled players on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 to play Fortnite together. At that time, the developer noted that turning on its cross-platform support was as easy as flipping a switch. Now, Epic wants to provide that technology to other developers.

Beginning in 2019, the studio plans to launch its cross-platform online services toolkit for free. This enables developers to run parties, matchmaking, voice chat, and more that work across PC, Mac, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. It also works as a plugin with both Epic’s own Unreal Engine and the popular Unity software-development kit.