Harris Signs Pop Up in ‘Fortnite’ as Candidates Chase Gamer Vote

Oct. 28, 2024, 9:48 PM UTC

Fans of the popular video game Fortnite can enter a new virtual world as of Monday, Freedom Town, USA, created by Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris’ campaign.

In Freedom Town, which is accessible through Epic Games Inc.’s Fortnite platform, there are campaign signs for Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz. Players take advantage of small-business tax breaks, collect construction supplies and build new homes to lower housing costs. They can also shoot exploding footballs at opponents, a reference to Walz’s time as a high school coach.

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