Xbox introduces the Xbox One Fortnite Bundle while PS4 introduces cross-play

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Xbox is introducing a brand new Xbox One Fortnite bundle, packed with exclusive in-game items. Coming in both Xbox One S and X versions, the bundle is available across all Australian and New Zealand retailers. Both versions contain a 1TB hard drive, wireless controller, a full game download of Fortnite and 1 month Xbox Live Gold and Game Pass trials. The bundle contains the full Eon cosmetic set, Legendary Eon Character Outfit, Epic Aurora Glider, and Rare Resonator Pickaxe. Players also get 2000 V-Bucks, which is enough to purchase the Battle-Pass and some other goodies. The bundles are available from 2nd November, 2018 at all Xbox retailers in Australia and NZ. Here are the pricing details:

Xbox One S Fortnite Bundle: AU$399 or NZ$449

Xbox One X Fortnite Bundle: AU$649 or NZ$749

Source: Xbox

Following the announcement of this new bundle, Sony made a huge announcement regarding Fortnite. While cross platform play has featured across Xbox, PC, Mac, Switch and Mobile, PlayStation had held out. However, Sony announced this morning that they are launching the PS4 cross-play beta today. They will test their network's compatibilities with other platforms in their first step towards cross-play. Their aim is to allow for cross platform gameplay, progression and commerce.

"Following a comprehensive evaluation process, SIE has identified a path toward supporting cross-platform features for select third party content. We recognize that PS4 players have been eagerly awaiting an update, and we appreciate the community’s continued patience as we have navigated through this issue to find a solution," stated John Kodera President and Global CEO, Sony Interactive Entertainment.

PlayStation 4 players can now join in on the fun with all other platforms through cross-play. Source: Fortnite's Twitter

This is a major policy change for Sony and the company has ensured the community that they will give further updates as to what this means for other games and the future of PlayStation.

Nick McDonald @gamersclassified

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I think it's a HUGE step for gaming! Everyone has friends who have other system and cant play togeather. Think of all the doors this opens in the future!

Also imagine if they came out with a playstation vs xbox 50 v 50 game type?

Who do you think would come out on top? My money is on xbox baby!

Indeed! Cross platform is the future. A stronger player base certainly will increase the livelihood of a game. Even some classics will bring players back simply because there is more players then previous purely because of the cross platform integration! I have both consoles so I'm happy with either to win haha

is good to see cross-play between consoles more players more fun XD

Indeed. The more the merrier I'd say! haha

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