Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: Fortnite Crew Membership Included!
A landmark collaboration is set to deliver unprecedented value to gamers this holiday season. In a move that significantly enhances one of the best deals in gaming, the popular Fortnite Crew subscription will be included as a Perk for all Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members starting November 18. This partnership also highlights the expanded availability of Fortnite on PC through the Xbox ecosystem, creating a seamless experience for players across devices.
For both dedicated Fortnite fans and casual players, this development transforms the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription into an even more essential service. By bundling the monthly benefits of Fortnite Crew, which includes V-Bucks, exclusive cosmetics, and Battle Pass access, Microsoft is making a powerful statement about the all-inclusive nature of its premier gaming subscription.
What is Fortnite Crew? A Breakdown of the Benefits
Fortnite Crew is Epic Games' premium monthly subscription service designed for the most dedicated players of the battle royale phenomenon. It provides a recurring bundle of in-game content and currency that offers significant savings compared to individual purchases. For those unfamiliar, claiming this Perk through Game Pass Ultimate will unlock a treasure trove of digital goods each month.
The core benefits of a Fortnite Crew membership typically include:
- 1,000 V-Bucks Every Month: Subscribers receive a monthly stipend of 1,000 V-Bucks, Fortnite's in-game currency, which can be spent on outfits, emotes, gliders, and other cosmetic items in the Item Shop.
- Full Battle Pass Access: Membership automatically grants access to the current season's Battle Pass. If you already purchased the Battle Pass before subscribing, you'll receive a one-time 950 V-Bucks return to your account.
- Exclusive Monthly Crew Pack: Each month, members receive an exclusive cosmetic bundle that is never sold in the Item Shop. This pack always includes a new, exclusive character Outfit plus at least one matching accessory like a Pickaxe, Back Bling, or Wrap.
- Legacy Styles: As a reward for continued loyalty, subscribers can unlock special Legacy Styles for their Crew Pack Outfits for each month they remain an active member.
- Rocket Pass Premium for Rocket League: In a recent cross-game collaboration, Fortnite Crew members also receive the Rocket Pass Premium for the popular vehicular soccer game, Rocket League.
Adding this robust package, which normally carries its own monthly fee, into the Game Pass Ultimate subscription at no extra cost is a game-changer for millions of players.
A Massive Value-Add for Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has long been lauded for its extensive library of hundreds of high-quality games, day-one access to Xbox Game Studios titles, EA Play membership, and online multiplayer access through Xbox Live Gold (now Game Pass Core). The inclusion of Fortnite Crew as a standard Perk elevates this value proposition to a new level.
This move directly benefits a massive and active player base within the Xbox community. Families with multiple Fortnite players, in particular, will see immediate savings. Instead of paying for separate subscriptions, a single Game Pass Ultimate plan can now cover a household's core gaming needs, from a vast game catalog to the monthly perks for one of the world's biggest titles. It effectively removes a barrier to entry for players who were on the fence about subscribing to Fortnite Crew, giving them a chance to experience its benefits firsthand.
This strategic partnership underscores a growing trend in the industry: subscriptions are no longer just about access to a library of games. They are evolving into all-encompassing entertainment hubs that provide continuous, tangible value through partnerships and perks.
How to Claim Your Fortnite Crew Perk
Starting November 18, active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will be able to claim their Fortnite Crew membership through the Perks gallery. This section can be found on an Xbox console, the Xbox App on Windows PC, or the Xbox Game Pass mobile app.
For players who are already subscribed to Fortnite Crew, it's important to manage your existing subscription to avoid duplicate payments. You will likely need to cancel your current Fortnite Crew subscription, which may be billed through Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, or directly via PC, before claiming the new Game Pass Perk. This ensures a smooth transition and prevents any overlapping charges. Once claimed, the benefits will be automatically applied to the Epic Games account linked to your Xbox profile.
Fortnite Arrives on Xbox for PC via the Cloud
The second piece of this exciting news involves the growing synergy between Fortnite and the Xbox PC ecosystem. While Fortnite has always been a mainstay on PC via its own launcher, its integration with Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) as part of Game Pass Ultimate makes it more accessible than ever.
This means that with a Game Pass Ultimate membership, you can stream Fortnite directly through the Xbox app on a Windows PC without needing a high-end gaming rig. The game is processed on powerful servers in the cloud and streamed to your device, allowing you to jump into the action on laptops, older desktops, and other devices that might not meet the game's traditional hardware requirements. Your progress, friends, and cosmetic items are all tied to your Epic Games account, ensuring a consistent experience whether you're playing on a console, your phone, or streaming to your PC.
This "play anywhere" capability is a cornerstone of the Xbox vision, and bringing a titan like Fortnite fully into the fold on PC via the cloud is a major step toward realizing that goal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: When does the Fortnite Crew perk for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate start?
A: The new perk is scheduled to become available for all Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers on November 18.
Q: Do I need the Ultimate tier of Game Pass to get this perk?
A: Yes, this offer is an exclusive Perk for members of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. It will not be available for the standard PC Game Pass or Game Pass Core tiers.
Q: What should I do if I already pay for a Fortnite Crew subscription?
A: To avoid being charged twice, it is highly recommended that you cancel your existing, separately-billed Fortnite Crew subscription before you claim the Perk through Game Pass Ultimate. Be sure to cancel it on the platform where you originally signed up.
Q: How do I play Fortnite through the Xbox app on PC?
A: As a Game Pass Ultimate member, you can play Fortnite on your PC by streaming it via Xbox Cloud Gaming. Simply open the Xbox app on your Windows PC, navigate to the Cloud Gaming section, select Fortnite, and start playing instantly without a lengthy download.