# Fortnite’s Nostalgic Journey: Chapter 4 – Origins Season Sets Record Milestones
Epic Games has embarked on a nostalgic renaissance by revisiting the origins of its phenomenally successful Battle Royale game, Fortnite. With the recent launch of Chapter 4 – Origins Season, the game has not only seen a resurgence of interest but has also shattered records in player participation.
## A Trip Down Memory Lane
The latest season, Origins, is offering Fortnite enthusiasts a unique opportunity to explore earlier iterations of the game. By reintroducing players to the original island and a previous phase of Battle Royale’s history—starting from Chapter 1 – Season 5—Epic Games has reignited the excitement within the community. Beloved elements such as shopping carts, all-terrain carts, classic weapons including the assault rifles and pump-action shotguns, have made a triumphant return to the ever-evolving universe of Fortnite.
## Breaking Records with Origins
Shortly after the unveiling of the Chapter 4 Origins Season, Epic Games reported a staggering surge in player numbers with **more than 44.7 million gamers** coming together, racking up over 102 million hours of gameplay in a single day. This remarkable gathering showcases the enduring appeal and magnetic pull of the Fortnite experience, confirming its status as a titan in the gaming industry.
## Save the World Achieves a New High
In addition to the Battle Royale festivities, Fortnite’s cooperative PvE mode, Save the World, has also witnessed impressive numbers. Not traditionally as popular as its PvP counterparts, Save the World nevertheless managed to amass an astonishing **51,800 concurrent players** on November 12, 2023, as reported by the fan page [@Fortnite_STW](https://twitter.com/Fortnite_STW). This turnout marks the highest since the release of Discovery, affirming that the allure of Fortnite extends across all its game modes.
> Save the World has officially surpassed the 50k mark with almost 52k concurrent players, the highest since the release of Discovery! pic.twitter.com/GqUNTL6ooW
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> — Fortnite STW News (@Fortnite_STW) November 12, 2023
## The Marvel Connection: Predicting Fortnite’s Success in 2023
It’s interesting to note that The Avengers might have foreshadowed Fortnite’s impressive achievements in 2023. This connection has led fans to speculate and revel in the foresight that their favorite Marvel superheroes seemed to have had regarding Fortnite’s continued dominance in the entertainment sphere.
Furthermore, the gaming community is buzzing with excitement about what might be brought to the table with the upcoming Fortnite and LEGO collaboration. Hopes are high that this partnership will introduce one of the **most captivating changes** to the dynamic of Battle Royale, potentially setting a new standard for collaborative innovation in gaming.
As Fortnite continues to captivate and engage players, both old and new, with its blend of nostalgia and novel content, it’s evident that Epic Games’ commitment to its community and its ability to reinvent the gaming experience remain its strongest assets. And if the records set by the Chapter 4 – Origins Season are any indication, Fortnite is poised to not just hit the mark but soar beyond it in the years to come.