Fortnite is coming back to iOS devices in the U.S. so soon, if recent leaks about the iPhone and iPad models the game will run on at re-launch tell us anything. Epic Games is still awaiting Apple’s App Store approval, but the leak gives mobile players an anxious glimpse of a return to the battle royale hopeful glimpse.
Fortnite Nears U.S. iOS Return with Leaked List of Supported iPhones and iPads, Including 120FPS Devices
The leak, shared by Fortnite insider @FNMNews on X, lists iPhones from the iPhone 11 through the upcoming iPhone 16 series, including several Pro models that support 120 frames per second (FPS). Specifically, the iPhone 13 Pro, 14 Pro, 15 Pro, and 16 Pro models are among those capable of running the game at this high frame rate. Other supported iPhones include the iPhone SE (3rd generation) and the mini versions of the iPhone 12 and 13.
On the iPad side, support extends across multiple generations of iPad Air, iPad Mini, and iPad Pro models. The iPad Pro 11-inch and 12.9-inch variants, from the first generation up to the latest models, support 120FPS gameplay, as does the new 13-inch iPad Pro. The leak also specifies that a minimum of 4GB of RAM is required for the game to run smoothly. Notably, Fortnite will not support iPhones with the A12 chip but will support iPads using the A12X and A12Z processors. The iPad Pro 10.5 is likely excluded from support.
Despite previous comments by Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney that indicated the game would be available within the week, Sweeney backtracked and announced that, as of now, there is no confirmed release date. Regardless, the leaked device listing is a big deal, especially now that Fortnite’s new Star Wars season has a lot of people excited again. While the official announcement is still pending, this leak gives mobile fans hope that Fortnite will soon return to iOS, expanding the game’s reach and allowing more players to join the action on Apple devices.
FAQs
Will Fortnite support older iPhones?
No, only iPhones with 4GB+ RAM and newer chips are supported.
When will Fortnite return to iOS in the U.S.?
Epic says it could be within a week, but no exact date yet.
