Fortnite's esports scene really gets going this weekend, with $ 8 million in prize money waiting for participants in the "Fortnite Summer Skirmish Series".

This heralds Epic Games, the esports season with $ 100 million in prize money. As we reported The developers are investing this gigantic sum in a series of Fortnite tournaments over the next year.

The Fortnite Summer Skirmish series will last 8 weeks and beckon in total $ 8 million in prices. Since the first tournament takes place this weekend, the invitations have already been sent to Fortnite professionals and community creators. They will compete in duos and fight for 250,000 US dollars.

For the other stations of the skirmishes it will be different Formats give and also other participants. According to Epic Games, there should also be opportunities for qualification.

In the long run, a healthy series of competitions should be created in which the best players fight for victory. You can find the official information below:

Fortnite - Summer Skirmish Series

We are excited to announce that Epic Games will host the Summer Skirmish Series this summer. We are starting an 8 week series of competitions during which we will $8.000.000 will be distributed in prize money. The events start this weekend with a duo competition endowed with $250,000. Participants are community creators and Fortnite players who have distinguished themselves through their competitive ability. The format and competitors can change weekly so stay vigilant!

Note: In order for the competition to start smoothly, the invitations for the opening matches of the "Summer Skirmish" have already been sent. Stay tuned for more information on how to qualify for an event.