Summary
Nearly five years after Epic Games hosted the first in-game concert in its online shooter,Fortnite, the company is preparing to hold arguably its biggest show yet. As part ofFortnite’s Big Bang event on December 2, rapper Eminem will be stepping onto the virtual stage to deliver what could be the game’s most impressive and immersive concert to date. Having already changed players’ perceptions about what live events in games could look like with previous performances, Epic has the potential to revolutionize the concept once again withEminem’sFortniteconcert.
Bringing Eminem toFortniteis sure to draw in plenty of new players even if only for the event, and Epic should continue trying to attract similarly high-profile performers to the game. With its virtual venue able to deliver experiences that no real-world stadium ever could,Fortnite’s in-game concerts represent a unique way for fans to enjoy their favorite artists’ music. If Eminem’s concert is as successful as some ofFortnite’s previous events, it could open the door to bringing other tremendous artists to the game and provide a chance to further evolve the unique form of entertainment.
Eminem’s Fortnite Concert Represents Epic’s Latest Take on a Winning Formula
While the fast-paced world of first-person shooters and the over-the-top spectacle of a high-budget stage show may seem like a strange pairing, Epic has found great success combining the two with itsFortniteconcert series. Beginning in 2019 with the Showtime Event where EDM artistMarshmello performed inFortnite, the game has now played host to major artists like Ariana Grande with a series of increasingly elaborate concerts. Although little has been revealed about what to expect from Eminem’sFortnitedebut, it’s safe to assume the event will raise the bar yet again when it comes to delivering a wholly original entertainment experience.
Fortnite’s Big Bang Event Could Set the Stage for Even Bigger Acts
But even as Eminem’sFortniteconcert on December 2 ups the ante for in-game entertainment yet again, Epic should be looking to the future with plans to go even bigger for its next event. If the in-game concert, which should be even more visually impressive than previous shows thanks toFortnite’s switch to Unreal Engine 5, proves to be a hit it could potentially entice even larger acts to the game. While Eminem’s appearance will almost certainly attract a massive crowd, bringing an artist like Taylor Swift toFortnitecould be an even bigger draw.
The success ofAriana Grande’sFortniteconcertproved that there are plenty of pop fans among the game’s playerbase, and convincing someone like Taylor Swift to headline an upcoming show would attract even more people to the game. This would not only be a treat for existing fans of bothFortniteand artists like Swift but could even lead to some new players sticking with the game long after the concert has ended.
Epic Needs to Raise the Bar Again With Eminem’s Fortnite Show
If Epic wants to continue attracting both players and performers, it needs to ensure that Eminem’s show raises the bar for in-game performances yet again. Travis Scott and Ariana Grande’s shows proved thatFortnitecan deliver never-before-seen concertgoing experiences, and Big Bang should continue that trend. By adding some interactivity to the impressive set piecesFortniteconcerts are known for, Eminem’s show could set a new standard for what’s possible in the game.
Eminem’s Big Bangcould potentially beFortnite’s biggest event yet, giving Epic a chance to show that it can deliver experiences no other game can. And by continually upping the ante in terms of both star power and scale, Epic is proving that there’s more toFortnitethan just strafing and shooting and helping establish a whole new form of interactive entertainment.
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