
In theory, leveling the playing field between controller and mouse-and-keyboard players is admirable. In Fortnite, this means the crosshair automatically may snap to the enemy’s body or head.

When a player aims, the software adjusts the crosshair to where the game thinks it’s supposed to be. In short, aim assist is a first-person shooter game feature that helps players line up shots easier. To give both console players and PC users an even playing field, Epic Games implemented aim assist. At release, Fortnite‘s cross-platform structure meant players could play with their friends and family on different platforms. The professional Fortnite community is up in arms over controller aim assist.
