Fortnite developer Epic Games and Lego team up to build a metaverse for kids

Fortnite developer Epic Games and Lego have entered a partnership to create metaverse for kids. As per the official announcement, “The family-friendly digital experience will give kids access to tools that will empower them to become confident creators and deliver amazing play opportunities in a safe and positive space.” Also Read — Fortnite developer Epic Games ready to go full throttle on metaverse with $2 billion investment

The two companies have decided to focus on three principles when it comes to building the virtual world to offer engaging play opportunities safely. These three principles are: Also Read — Fortnite gets new Zero Build mode, three new weapons: Here are the details

<p dir=«ltr» lang=«en» xml:lang=«en»>We’re teaming up with @LEGO_Group to build a fun place for kids to play in the metaverse! Also Read — First-ever Metaverse Fashion Week brings big brands on virtual runway

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— Epic Games Newsroom (@EpicNewsroom) April 7, 2022

As per a statement by The LEGO Group, CEO, “Kids enjoy playing in digital and physical worlds and move seamlessly between the two. We believe there is huge potential for them to develop life-long skills such as creativity, collaboration and communication through digital experiences. But we have a responsibility to make them safe, inspiring and beneficial for all. Just as we’ve protected children’s rights to safe physical play for generations, we are committed to doing the same for digital play. We look forward to working with Epic Games to shape this exciting and playful future.”

<p dir=«ltr» lang=«en» xml:lang=«en»>We’re excited to team up with @EpicNewsroom to build a fun and safe place for kids to play in the metaverse. Read more on bgr.in