Fortnite's next mega event likely on August 6, alien invasion may be the theme

Fortnite's next event is likely to take place on August 3 and it may be about an alien invasion.

Fortnite is gearing up for its next big event, the countdown for which has begun. Epic Games’ hit battle royale Fortnite is organising a mega event on August 6 (3.35 am IST, August 7) where something related to an alien ship is awaiting. Epic does not divulge information about Fortnite’s events before they kick-off, which is why there is not much to tell right now. Fortnite events in the past have been themed around a Galactus attack or a black-hole or a single-player mission, which is why looking forward to an alien-themed event is not an overstatement. “Its intent doesn’t seem to be for harm,” said Epic in its note for Fortnite Battle Royale v17.21 about the alien ship that is hovering over The Aftermath. The update brings the Plasma Cannon, which can fire five plasma balls that, although moving slowly, cause great damage to enemies in the line. Not just other players, the plasma balls also affect vehicles, said Epic Games. This is going to be the first big event for Epic since the Marvel season finale that took place in December last year.