The return of Fortnite OG has been a rollercoaster. Initially met with excitement, the mode’s popularity quickly dipped due to a surprising discovery: an overwhelming number of bots. Testing revealed that only 12 real players populated matches, leaving the remaining 88 slots filled with AI opponents. This drastically high bot population, exposed by @AllyJax_, explained the lack of competition experienced by seasoned Fortnite players.
The issue stemmed from Epic Games’ implementation of a player cap within Fortnite OG matches. While bots have always been a part of Fortnite, this disproportionate ratio impacted the competitive integrity of the OG mode. Longtime players found the experience lacking the challenging gameplay that Fortnite was known for.
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Fortunately, Epic Games responded swiftly. Following @AllyJax‘s initial findings, subsequent tests showed a significant increase in real players, reaching over 50 per match. Although this improvement still leaves a considerable number of bots (around 45-50), it represents a substantial step towards a more balanced player experience. [Follow-up tests](https://x.com/AllyJax/status/1869805212673958153) confirm this positive trend.
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Epic Games is expected to continue refining the Fortnite OG experience, adjusting the player-to-bot ratio to achieve optimal gameplay. The ideal balance remains to be seen, but the consensus among players is that real players should constitute at least 75% of each match. Achieving this target is crucial for Fortnite OG‘s long-term success and will ensure the mode retains the competitive spirit that players crave.
