Fortnite Championship Series
The FNCS is the peak of Fortnite action!
Compete for a share of the largest Fortnite Competitive prize pool, or tune into a broadcast and learn from the pros!
What's the Format?
The FNCS is always played in Battle Royale, with building! The team size is Duos or Trios depending on the year.
As a yearlong series, the FNCS consists of multiple phases from Divisional Play, Play-Ins, Heats, and Major Finals. These events qualify top players to the Global Championship at the end of the series!
What Are the Prizes?
Over 10 million US Dollars in prize money was up for grabs in 2026! The FNCS has the highest prize pool out of all the Fortnite Competitive offerings!
Teams in FNCS Division 1 and above are eligible for these cash prizes, with the largest prize splits awarded at in-person competitions!
What are the Rules?
You must be at least 13 years old to compete in any stage of the FNCS. Additionally, your Epic Account must be level 350 or above and you must have competed in at least 14 distinct Epic tournaments within the last 180 days.
Global Championship
An event you won't want to miss!
The Global Championship is the weekend Fortnite enthusiasts wait for all year. It's packed with content, high-stakes competition, and the best players on the globe!
Reload Elite Series
Reload has never been more exciting, with a whole tournament series dedicated to Duos Reload action!
Ranked Cups
Play for cosmetic prizing as you drop into a lobby full of players the same competitive rank as you!
Victory Cups
Aim for first place, because the Victory Cup prize distribution is simple - each Victory Royale in Round Two awards a cash prize!
Mobile Series
Trying to compete on the go? The Mobile Series is exclusvely for mobile touch-only players!
Item Shop Cups
Earn cosmetic items and bundles before they hit the Item Shop by competing in one-day cups.