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Fortnite’s Zero Build is one of the most popular modes in the game at the moment. While it’s true that building separates Fortnite from other games in the battle royale genre, it’s also true that the release of Zero Build contributed to its popularity. Thanks to this mode, the player base has stayed quite consistent over the past few years.
Recently, some Fortnite players started believing that Epic Games would remove all Zero Build modes. However, this may not be completely accurate, and our article will explain why.
Is Fortnite removing Zero Build modes?
Zero Build was first added to Fortnite with the release of Chapter 3 – Season 2. It’s been in the game for more than three years and still has millions of players. Due to this, removing it from the game wouldn’t be a good move by Epic Games. Despite this, some players believe that this is precisely what the game developer intends to do.
Fortunately, the removal of the main Zero Build mode is not going to happen. The mode is very popular, and while it doesn’t have as many players as the classic mode, it’s still one of the five most popular modes in the game. However, it is important to note that Epic will remove one Zero Build mode, which is Ranked OG, in March 2025.
The OG Fortnite Ranked Zero Build mode only has hundreds of concurrent players, with its peak reaching 1,600 players on weekends. Due to this, the game developer decided to remove it in March but may bring it back in the future.
If you are a Zero Build player who plays the regular mode, you have nothing to worry about. Just like the original Fortnite Battle Royale mode, Zero Build is a permanent game mode, and it will receive many more updates throughout the years. While you’re here, check out our guide on how to unlock free Fortnite skins. If you want to grab something from the Item Shop, we also have a free V-Bucks guide for you.
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