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Dubai has made its way into Fortnite with the worldwide launch of Dubai Developed in Fortnite 2033, a new interactive island that lets players explore a virtual recreation of the city. Announced by DMCC Gaming Centre and Dubai-based gaming company Wild Unlimited, the independently developed experience combines open-world exploration with team-based challenges.
The island features several familiar Dubai destinations, including Al Fahidi Fort, Almas Tower, Uptown Dubai, Skydive Dubai, Deep Dive Dubai, Kite Beach and Dubai Harbour. Other featured locations include SALT and X-Dubai, giving players a variety of environments to explore and interact with.
The American University in Dubai (AUD) also has a presence in the game through a virtual campus created by students who participated in an Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) development masterclass earlier this year.
Players can jump into the experience by searching for Dubai Developed in Fortnite 2033 or entering the official island code 6992-0098-1173 in Fortnite’s discovery interface.
The launch is only the first stage of the project. Wild Unlimited plans to expand the island over time with additional destinations, new gameplay features and opportunities for content creators and commercial partners. The idea is to build an evolving experience rather than a one-off recreation of Dubai.
The initiative also ties into the wider Dubai Program for Gaming 2033, which aims to develop local gaming talent and support the growth of the emirate’s gaming industry. DMCC Gaming Centre, which is home to more than 170 gaming companies is supporting the initiative alongside several local organisations and businesses
Partners involved in the project include Dubai Culture, Skydive Dubai, Deep Dive Dubai, Dubai Harbour, American University in Dubai and UAE Streamers powered by Twitch, among others.
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