Can I reinstall Fortnite?

Answered by Douglas Hiatt

You can definitely reinstall Fortnite if you are experiencing any issues with the game. Reinstalling the game can help resolve various problems such as crashes, glitches, or missing files.

To reinstall Fortnite, you can follow these steps:

1. Open the Epic Games Launcher: Launch the Epic Games Launcher on your computer. If you don’t have it installed, you can download it from the Epic Games website.

2. Go to your Library: Click on the Library tab at the top of the launcher. This will display a list of all the games you have installed.

3. Locate Fortnite: Scroll through the list of games and find Fortnite. It is usually alphabetically sorted, so you can look for it quickly. If you can’t find it, you can use the search bar at the top right corner of the launcher to search for Fortnite.

4. Uninstall Fortnite: Once you have located Fortnite, click on the three dots next to the game’s name. This will open a drop-down menu with several options. Select the “Uninstall” option from the menu.

5. Confirm the uninstallation: A confirmation prompt will appear asking if you want to uninstall Fortnite. Click “Uninstall” to proceed. Please note that uninstalling the game will remove all local files associated with Fortnite, including your game settings and progress.

6. Restart the Epic Games Launcher: After the uninstallation process is complete, it is recommended to restart the Epic Games Launcher. This ensures that all the necessary changes are properly applied.

7. Reinstall Fortnite: Once the launcher is restarted, go back to your Library and locate Fortnite again. This time, instead of the “Uninstall” option, you should see an “Install” button. Click on it to begin the reinstallation process.

8. Wait for the installation to complete: The Epic Games Launcher will start downloading and installing Fortnite on your computer. The duration of the installation process may vary depending on your internet speed.

9. Launch Fortnite: Once the installation is finished, you can click on the “Launch” button next to Fortnite in your Library to start the game. If you prefer, you can also launch it directly from your desktop or Start menu.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully reinstall Fortnite and potentially resolve any issues you were experiencing. However, please keep in mind that if the problem persists after reinstalling, there may be other underlying factors causing the issue, such as hardware or software conflicts. In such cases, it may be helpful to reach out to Epic Games’ customer support for further assistance.