How to play Project Era in Fortnite

Fortnite players have long yearned for a way to relive the glory days of Chapter 1. I love thinking back fondly to the original map, weapons, and gameplay mechanics that the game featured in its early days. While Creative 2.0 brought some nostalgic elements back to the game, such as a few attempts to recreate the OG map, players have been seeking a more comprehensive solution, which eventually became Project Era. Keep reading below for all the details on Project Era and how to start playing!

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What is Project Era?

Project Era is a mod for Fortnite that allows players to travel back in time and experience Chapter 1 all over again. The mod provides single-player and multiplayer servers, making it accessible to anyone regardless of their preferred play style. It has garnered a significant following among Fortnite players who have been eagerly waiting for a way to relive the glory days of the game.

It is important to note that Project Era is an unlicensed software. Therefore, players who choose to try it out do so at their own risk. While the mod has been generally well-received by the community, there is always a risk associated with using unauthorized software. Nevertheless, Project Era offers a unique and compelling way to experience Chapter 1 once again.

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How to download Project Era

Players can download Project Era from the developer team's official Discord, Era (hyperlinked here). On the server, you can find the downloadable files available in the #download channel. You will need to download and extract the files to a folder of your choice.

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How to play Project Era for Fortnite

After downloading Project Era from the Discord server, install the launcher and start it up. Here, you will need to sign in using your Discord account. After connecting a Discord account, you will download and load the content you need on your launcher. Then, follow these steps to start playing:

1. Head to your Settings page at the bottom left of the launcher, where you'll need to create a file path for your Project Era downloads. Click the Browse button and select the folder you want the files to go into. You can create a new folder if you'd like.
2. Now, navigate to the Downloads page on the left side of the launcher and click the download button beside the latest version.
3. Head to your Library page on the left side of the launcher, and you'll see the downloaded version.
4. Click on the version of the game to start playing!

You can enjoy playing the classic Fortnite maps with a few exciting twists, like daily quests that earn you V-Bucks and more. Ensure you use only the links given above and be prepared for any risks that come with downloading Fortnite mods.

For more on Fortnite, come check out How to play Fortnite Creative 2.0 (UEFN) or How to play the OG Fortnite Map – Season 1 Creative Code on Pro Game Guides.