The technical challenges of scaling Fortnite involved building a robust online backend that could handle a massive increase in concurrent users, from 40,000 to 15 million.

Epic Games has invested heavily in developing the future of technology, spending more than they earn to build a robust ecosystem around Unreal Engine and Fortnite.

Fortnite generates billions of dollars in revenue annually, primarily from in-game purchases, which constitutes the majority of Epic Games' income.

The creator economy in Fortnite has scaled to a $400 million ecosystem, driven by revenue sharing based on player engagement across various game modes.

Epic's unique approach was to distribute the first episode of their games for free, which helped them reach a larger audience and laid the groundwork for the free-to-play model.

Epic is committed to creating cross-platform social features that allow gamers to connect with friends across different platforms, enhancing the gaming experience.

Epic Games started by distributing shareware games digitally, which was innovative at the time, allowing them to reach a global audience faster than traditional retail methods.

Epic's success came from a combination of talent and a willingness to innovate, often taking risks that larger companies would avoid.

The success of Fortnite's cross-platform play has pressured other companies, like Sony, to open up their platforms, leading to better partnerships and collaboration in the gaming industry.