I have always been a fan of gaming on iPhones as they offer superior clarity, less to almost no lag in the gameplay, are sleek to hold, and are convenient to use regardless of where you are or what you're doing. I've been a fan of Fortnite ever since it was launched for iOS and boy let me tell you, it has been a ride.

Check out our guide on Buying iPhones with Fortnite Installed.

Now as most of you may have heard, Apple and the developers of Fortnite, Epic Games had a falling out a couple of weeks ago and this was due to the fact that Epic Games allegedly went against Apple's App Store policy. This has led to a complete ban of the game on the App Store which means that no one can download or install Fortnite on their new iPhones.

Taking advantage of this fact many iPhone owners who had Fortnite pre-installed have put up their iPhones for sale quoting mind-boggling rates. Most importantly, it's not even the latest iPhone.

Let’s take a look at what's driving people crazy and if it’s a good idea to invest in an expensive pre-owned iPhone just for the sake of a game. Here's our guide on Buying iPhones with Fortnite Installed.

After having played Fortnite on various iPhones and testing the limits of the game. I found out that:

The Best iPhone to Buy which comes pre-equipped with Fortnite is the iPhone 11 Pro. Not only does it have a larger and more sensitive touch screen but the latency period between the touch and the action is far lower than the previous generation iPhones.

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Buying iPhones with Fortnite Installed

Buying an iPhone with Fortnite installed should not be on the top of your list of priorities. Simply because it is outrageous to pay a couple of hundreds of thousand dollars just for the sake of a game. People have taken advantage of this situation and have listed various used iPhones on the market at extremely high prices only because Fortnite is installed in their iPhones before the ban.&nbsp,

• The thing most people don’t realize is that with Epic Games, Fortnite requires a single sign-on that works on all platforms, Mobile, PC, Mac, and other consoles such as PlayStation, Xbox, and the Nintendo Switch.&nbsp,

• It would be rather cheaper to invest in a new gaming station and shell out $399 - $499 than those astronomical figures floating about online for an iPhone with Fortnite installed.

• Now, there are a few of you who would think it best to purchase an iPhone with Fortnite installed and for that, there are a number of options available. However, be prepared to get broke by draining your account on something that in reality would cost under $900.

Apple iPhone X 3GB RAM 64GB ROM

A reasonably priced iPhone X sold at $648.95 is being sold with Fortnite installed. Yes, this is a used 3GB 64GB Space Gray iPhone X with a brand new display and the seller has stated he would be including an extra camera as the current Face ID camera is not functional.&nbsp,

• It’s good to note that this model is currently not on sale anymore and it’s quite hard to get a new piece making this an okay deal considering it has Fortnite installed. Yay!&nbsp,

Specs of the iPhone X

System OS	iOS 11 - iOS 14
Chipset	64bit Apple A11 Bionic
Processor	Hexa-Core, 2 processors:2.39Ghz Dual-Core Monsoon1.6Ghz Quad-Core Mistral
Display	5.8” Super AMOLED
Camera	12MP+12MP Rear 7.1MP Front
Battery	2716 mAh Li-Ion battery
Storage Variants	3GB 64GB, 3GB 256GB

iPhone 8 Plus 3GB RAM 256GB ROM

A premium iPhone with dual cameras and a larger battery, the iPhone 8 Plus with Fortnite installed are being sold at $1,389 on eBay.&nbsp,

• The seller has quoted that the condition of the iPhone 8 Plus with Fortnite installed is top notch and is sold with the original box. However, this will not be inclusive of the accessories that come with the iPhone 8 Plus.

• This model is network unlocked and can be used anywhere with any network provider.&nbsp,

• The iPhone 8 Plus was first available in 2017 and came with the Apple A11 Bionic chip running on iOS 11 that can be upgraded to iOS 14. The iPhone 8 Plus comes with a Retina LCD display and is water-resistant with a rating of IP67.

Specs of the iPhone 8 Plus

System OS	iOS 11 - iOS 14
Chipset	64bit Apple A11 Bionic
Processor	Hexa-Core, 2 processors:2.39Ghz Dual-Core Monsoon1.6Ghz Quad-Core Mistral
Display	5.5” TFT LED IPS display
Camera	12MP+12MP Rear 7.1MP Front
Battery	2691 mAh Li-Ion battery
Storage Variants	3GB 64GB, 3GB 256GB

iPhone 11 4GB RAM 128GB ROM

A slightly expensive iPhone 11 with Fortnite installed is available on eBay at $1697.00 which is pretty steep considering the current value of a brand new iPhone is $649.&nbsp,

• A good iPhone to own, the iPhone 11 is a powerful smartphone that’s running on the A13 Bionic chip designed by Apple. The seller of the iPhone 11 has stated that the product is in excellent condition and is Network locked to Tmobile.&nbsp,

Specs of the iPhone 11

System OS	iOS 13 - iOS 14
Chipset	64bit Apple A13 Bionic
Processor	Hexa-Core, 2 processors:2.65Ghz Dual-Core Lightning1.8Ghz Quad-Core Thunder
Display	6.1” TFT LED IPS display
Camera	12MP+12MP Rear 12MP+0.3MP Front
Battery	3110 mAh Li-Ion battery
Storage Variants	4GB 64GB, 4GB 128GB, 4GB 256GB

iPhone 11 Pro Max 4GB RAM 64GB ROM

This iPhone 11 Pro Max is available on eBay at $3500 simply because it’s being sold with Fortnite installed. The seller has not updated much on the overall condition of the iPhone but was kind enough to let us know that it’s in perfect condition and includes a screen protector and protective case.&nbsp,

• The iPhone 11 Pro Max is normally retailed at $939 for this variant. The iPhone 11 Pro Max is a 6.5” OLED display with Supre Retina XDR. Running on the Apple A13 Bionic chipset, the 11 Pro Max also comes equipped with a triple rear camera setup and was launched last year.

Specs of the iPhone 11 Pro Max

System OS	iOS 13 - iOS 14
Chipset	64bit Apple A13 Bionic
Processor	Hexa-Core, 2 processors:2.65Ghz Dual-Core Lightning1.8Ghz Quad-Core Thunder
Display	6.5” Super AMOLED
Camera	12MP+12MP+12MP Rear 12MP+0.3MP Front
Battery	3969 mAh Li-Ion battery
Storage Variants	4GB 64GB, 4GB 256GB, 4GB 512GB

iPhone XS Max 4GB 256GB

This is a used iPhone XS Max which is sold with Fortnite installed and is available on eBay at $4000. This variant is currently network unlocked and can be used with any network carrier of your choice.&nbsp,

• The seller has mentioned that the item has been used with a screen protector and is operational and functions as intended.&nbsp,

• The iPhone XS Max is powered by the Apple A12 Bionic chip and runs on iOS 12 which can be upgraded to iOS 14. With a 6.5” OLED Super Retina display coupled with 256GB of storage and 4 gigs of RAM, the iPhone XS Max is a beautiful device to play Fortnite on.

Specs of the iPhone XS Max

System OS	iOS 12 - iOS 14
Chipset	64bit Apple A12 Bionic
Processor	Hexa-Core, 2 processors:2.25Ghz Dual-Core Vortex1.6Ghz Quad-Core Tempest
Display	6.5” Super AMOLED
Camera	12MP+12MP Rear 7.1MP Front
Battery	3174 mAh Li-Ion battery
Storage Variants	4GB 64GB, 4GB 256GB, 4GB 512GB

iPhone XR with Fortnite installed

This iPhone XR that is sold with Fortnite installed is being retailed at an extremely ludicrous amount, $10,000 for an iPhone that’s currently available for $549 directly through Apple itself.

• The worst part about this ad is that there are absolutely no details pertaining to the capacity of the device or the age. However, the description does quote the seller saying that there is no visible wear or scratches on the device. But still, who would pay $10,000 for something that’s literally 18 times cheaper.&nbsp,

Specs of the iPhone XR

System OS	iOS 12 - iOS 14
Chipset	64bit Apple A12 Bionic
Processor	Hexa-Core, 2 processors:2.25Ghz Dual-Core Vortex1.6Ghz Quad-Core Tempest
Display	6.1” TFT LED
Camera	12MP Rear 7.1MP Front
Battery	2942 mAh Li-Ion battery
Storage Variants	3GB 64GB, 3GB 128GB, 3GB 256GB

Why You Shouldn't buy an iPhone with Fortnite Installed

Other than the insane price, there are a few other important reasons as to why buying an iPhone with Fortnite installed is not worth it:

• The primary reason is that Fortnite isn't technically banned on iPhones. Both Apple and Google haven't made the game incompatible with their systems. Meaning if you at some point had Fortnite on your iPhone, It would still work and you would also be able to update it.

• For the time being Apple has just banned the game from the Apple Store. If you already have it or somehow managed to get the game file, you really don't have to spend thousands of dollars. Most importantly, if Apple actually did make their systems incompatible with the game. Then you wouldn't be Apple to play it on any iPhone including the ones with pre-installed Fortnite.

• Another major issue is that you would technically have to use the seller's Apple ID if you buy it from somebody else. In case they decide to change their Apple ID password. You would not be able to update it and eventually be unable to play the game. So, spending thousands of dollars on a what-if isn't worth it.

However, despite the ongoing feud between Apple and Epic Games, you can still play Fortnite on an iPhone or any Apple device. All you need is access to Nvidia's cloud gaming service GeForceNow and you can play Fortnite on any platform for free. Well, except for the game-related purchases. So, this is really the primary reason for you not to buy an iPhone with Fortnite Installed.

In fact, buying an older generation iPhone for thousands of dollars for a pre-installed game is absolutely moronic when you can play it on your already pre-existing iPhone. You can even get the latest iPhone and still play Fortnite.

Most importantly, the graphics are stellar as well. Since you're playing through Nvidia's cloud gaming service, you can expect a certain level of credibility and quality. And with Nvidia being known for their amazing graphics, you can expect much better quality than running it natively on your hardware. So, really there are only pros to using this method.

There are, however, certain pre-requisites to play Fortnite on GeForceNow. First and foremost, you need to have high-speed internet. It also needs to be seamless and reliable. This is because Fortnite which's run through the cloud gaming service is heavily dependent on the internet (It's a streamed game). Even more so than if you play it natively depending on your hardware.

How much does an iPhone with Fortnite installed cost?

iPhones with Fortnite listings range in the hundred across various sites like eBay. Unfortunately, when it comes to the prices, it's extremely random.

It generally ranges from around $800 to $10,000. You can even find crazy $20,000 listings as well. However, these outrageous prices are just that, there's no thought or pattern behind them.

For example, you can find iPhone 11's with Fortnite for about $800 while there are old iPhone 6's that cost about $8,000. So, you really can't predict or expect anything. Interestingly, the majority of the iPhone 11 Pros range from $2,000 to $6,000.

You won't find any iPhone 12's with Fortnite as Apple banned Fornite before iPhone 12 and its variants hit the market.

If you're seriously considering buying an iPhone with Fornite then you are better off with the iPhone 11 as it's relatively the latest one.

iPhone with Fortnite installed price

iPhones with Fortnite listings range in the hundred across various sites like eBay. Unfortunately, when it comes to the prices, it's extremely random. It generally ranges from around $800 to $10,000. You can even find crazy $20,000 listings as well. However, these outrageous prices are just that, there's no thought or pattern behind them.

For example, you can find iPhone 11's with Fortnite for about $800 while there are old iPhone 6's that cost about $8,000. So, you really can't predict or expect anything. Interestingly, the majority of the iPhone 11 Pros range from $2,000 to $6,000.

You won't find any iPhone 12's with Fortnite as Apple banned Fornite before iPhone 12 and its variants hit the market.

If you're seriously considering buying an iPhone with Fornite then you are better off with the iPhone 11 as it's relatively the latest one.

How to Play Fortnite on iPhone

Unbeknownst to most, you can actually play Fortnite on your iPhone without having to crack the device or shell out a lot on one that has the game pre-installed.

There are two ways you can do this, one is by using the Xbox Cloud Gaming tool and the other is by using GeForceNow on your safari browser. Read on as I take you through how to play Fortnite on your iPhone in the safest ways possible.

Both of these methods work on certain iPhone models and are supported by iOS 14 and above only. So ensure your device meets these specification requirements before proceeding.

iPhone's that support Xbox cloud gaming and GeForceNow:

• iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13, iPhone SE 2, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max , iPhone X, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR , iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus , iPhone SE ,iPhone 5s

How to Play Fortnite on iPhone with Xbox Cloud Gaming?

To play Fortnite on your iPhone with your Xbox account,

• Open the Xbox cloud gaming website in Safari on your iPhone
  • If you don't have an Xbox account, create one and then head to the URL below
  • Xbox.com/play

• Now that you're logged in, click on the Share icon followed by the Add button to add the Cloud Gaming icon to your home screen
• Now launch the app from your home screen and then tap on the search bar and enter Fortnite
• If the app requests you to sign in again, go ahead and enter your registered Microsoft/Xbox credentials
• Tap on the Play button that appears after signing in and you'll be able to play Fortnite online through Safari.

How to Play Fortnite on iPhone with GeForceNow

To play Fortnite on iPhone with GeForceNow, all you have to do is open Safari and head to GeForceNow's official website. Now, sign up for a free account.

• Once, you're done with this initial set-up, you can start playing directly through the web browser.
• Click on Fortnite and log in or create your Epic Account.
• Since you're using the free version of GeForceNow, you will be placed in a game queue.
• Paid versions are much faster and not as irritating if you play the game consistently.
• Once, you get your turn, you'll be sent to Fortnite as usual.
• You can hook up a controller to your iPhone to make the gaming experience more convenient.

Buying iPhones with Fortnite Installed - Takeaway

With the ban on Fortnite and the Epic Games dev account, we’re hoping to see some resolution to this conflict soon. As Fortnite is the most popular MMOG available right now it’s no wonder there are so many avid fans who would do anything to play the game on an iPhone.

It’s always best to consider the fact of moving onto an alternate mode to play the game. With the prices quoted for the various iPhones with Fortnite installed, it’s always a good idea to be open to other MMO games or a different platform to play Fortnite on.&nbsp,

The article Buying iPhones with Fortnite installed covers the available used iPhone models that come with the game installed before the ban. You can choose from the list above but there won’t be any guarantee on the quality of the product or the authenticity of what’s being sold online.

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