Microsoft is partnering up with Epic Games to make Xbox and Fortnite a little closer. Starting next week, Fortnite will be launching on the Xbox store for PC with full Play Anywhere support, while Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members are also gaining Crew benefits for no extra cost. There are some Rocket League bonuses attached to the incoming perks too.
On November 18, Fortnite is getting released on the Microsoft Store for Windows, which means players will be able to install the massively popular free-to-play shooter straight from the Xbox app. As Xbox Play Anywhere support is also confirmed, this means all progress and purchases that players may have on the Xbox console version will also transfer over automatically no matter what device is being used.
Meanwhile, Fortnite Crew is being added to the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate perks list on November 18, giving all members access to the usually $11.99 subscription from Epic Games for no extra cost. The subscription comes with exclusive cosmetics, the battle pass, 1,000 V-Bucks to use each month, and even a temporary benefit of the Rocket League season pass.
Here"s everything included in Fortnite Crew:
- Fortnite Crew Pack – A Fortnite Crew-exclusive bundle that includes a new Outfit, plus at least one matching accessory like a Pickaxe, Glider, Wrap, or Emote. The November Crew Pack includes the racer Maxx Speed Outfit!
- Battle Pass – Access to claim premium rewards from the Battle Pass as you level up. Including Outfits, Back Blings, and more!
- OG Pass – Access to claim premium rewards from the OG Pass as you level up. Including items that are a fusion of new and classic!
- LEGO Pass – Access to claim premium rewards from the LEGO Pass as you level up. Including items to use in LEGO Fortnite!
- Music Pass – Access to claim premium rewards from the Music Pass as you level up. Including Instruments, Jam Tracks, and more items to use in Fortnite Festival!
- 1,000 V-Bucks – Each month, you’ll be rewarded 1,000 V-Bucks to put towards Outfits, Emotes, and more in the Fortnite Shop.
- Rocket Pass Premium – Your Fortnite Crew membership even offers a benefit outside of Fortnite! You’ll also get access to Rocket Pass Premium in Rocket League.
The Fortnite Crew benefit was announced alongside the Xbox Game Pass price hike and tier revamp that Microsoft confirmed for its gaming subscriptions last month.