The latest Fortnite update brought some interesting additions, including Fall Guys and a feature players have eagerly awaited – Proximity Chat. This feature, common in other online games with a focus on interaction, has finally made its way to Fortnite.
Proximity Chat is a popular feature in games like GTA Online, where it adds a new level of realism to player interaction. In Fortnite, it is now available on select creator-made islands, although it is not activated by default. This feature allows players to hear voice chat from others in close proximity, enhancing the immersive experience.
While not all game modes will benefit from Proximity Chat, those that emphasize realistic dialogue will likely see the most use of this feature. Proximity Chat is location-based, meaning you will only hear other players when they are nearby, adding a new dimension to communication in the game.
To use Proximity Chat in Fortnite, players must enter an island where the feature is enabled. It is important to note that Proximity Chat is optional and will not work in all maps unless the creator has activated it. Players simply need to turn on their voice chat and enter a game on a map where Proximity Chat is enabled to experience this new feature.
As Proximity Chat is currently in early access, not all players may have access to it initially. It will be interesting to see how this feature evolves in future updates and whether it will be widely available on all maps in the future.
