The Best Fortnite Players of 2024
As the Fortnite 2024 competitive season comes to a close, we get to reflect on the players who have performed exceptionally. From placing high in tournaments and Majors to winning Weekly Cash Cups, these players have dominated the 2024 season. Their exceptional playstyle, incredible mechanics, champion mentality and the tenacity to improve are what made them successful this year. Without further ado, here are the best Fortnite players of 2024.
10. Harry “Veno” Pearson
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Harry Pearson or Veno, is a talented British Fortnite player who cemented his name in Fortnite’s pro history thanks to his insane performance in official events.
His most notable achievements include winning two FNCS Majors and the Samsung International Odyssey tournament, where he earned over $275,000. Veno has also placed in the top five of many other events, which adds to his earnings.
His aggressive playstyle, impressive mechanical skills, and smart decision-making have made him a top contender in Fortnite’s pro platform. As of now, his total earnings are over $700,000, and this number is only going to increase as he improves.
9. Thomas “Th0masHD” Davidsen
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Thomas Davidsen known by the community as ThomasHD is a Danish player who has taken the Duo and Trio competitive scene by storm in the past few years.
His duo with Queasy has been dominant this year, bagging them 2nd place at the FNCS 2024 Championship and FNCS Major 1, which results in earnings of $200,000. His most notable achievement is the fourth-place finish at the Fortnite Solo World Cup. Since then, he has continued to win or secure top placements in various Fortnite events.
ThomasHD usually dominates duos and trios, and he rarely competes in solo events. As of now, his total earnings are around $300,000.
8. Iwo “Setty” Zając
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Setty is a Polish player competing in the Duo and Trio format in Fortnite. He and his teammate Kami are one of the strongest duos to ever compete in Fortnite.
Setty’s most notable achievements include winning the 2023 FNCS Global Championship, achieving a 3rd place in the 2024 FNCS Major 2 Europe, and getting 1st in the FNCS Invitational of 2022. All of this combined earned the duo around $300K. Apart from this, the duo has placed in top places of previous FNCS events.
Setty is known for his exceptional mechanic skill and clutching ability. Even under tense situations, Setty can perform incredibly well, and his ability to adapt to different situations is off the charts. Even though he rarely competes in solo events, his duo with Kami is one of the best there is.
7. Michał “Kami” Kamiński
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Speaking of Setty’s Duo, Kami is another Polish player who is dominating the Fortnite pro scene. Similar to his duo, he also has an aggressive playstyle which is matched perfectly with his exceptional mechanical skill and game sense.
These skills have gotten him various achievements, including 1st in the 2023 FNCS Global Championship, 1st in Gamers8 2023, and 3rd and 4th place in FNCS Major 2 and Major 3. It’s safe to say that Kami is indeed one of the best players in Fortnite and an even better duo. As of now, his total earnings exceed $1.5 million.
6. Danila “Malibuca” Yakovenko
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Malibuca is a young Russian player who started competing in 2022 and has bagged achievements after achievements since then. Many consider him to be a young prodigy and talent, and his achievements are a testament to that.
In terms of achievements, he has won three events, including the 2024 FNCS Major 1 Europe, Dreamhack Summer, and Dreamhack Dallas. Alongside these, Malibuca also placed 3rd in the Esports World Cup 2024.
Malibucaa also duos with some of the best players in the industry like ThomasHD, EpikWhale, and Merstach, two of which are on this list.
5. Andrejs “Merstach” Piratovs
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Merstach is a professional Latvian Fortnite player who’s had a pretty great 2024 season. He and his duo Malibuca have secured top placements in various events in 2024.
These achievements include 1st, 6th, and 4th in FNCS Major 1, 2, and 3 respectively. They also placed 3rd in the Esports World Cup and 3rd in Dreamhack Dallas 2024. Just in 2024, Merstach earnings are $200,000. His overall earnings go over $600,000.
Merstach and Malibuca’s games are entertaining to watch. Both of them have an aggressive and w-key type of playstyle which often results in high kill games.
4. Swizzy
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Swizzy is another young prodigy who is taking the Fortnite competitive scene by storm. Born in 2006, this young talent already has impressive achievements under his belt.
This includes a first-place finish in the 2024 FNCS Major 2 and 2023 FNCS Major 3. Additionally, he achieved a 3rd place finish in 2024 FNCS Major 3, 4th place in the Esports World Cup, and bagged the Week 1 Trios Cash Cup in Europe. His tendency to go for aggressive plays makes him stand out in the competition, and his duo with Vanyak3kk has been dominant.
Overall, Swizzy is a solid player and has achieved a lot at a young age. As he grows, his achievements will continue to pile on.
3. Vanya “Vanyak3kk” Sakach
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Similar to his duo Swizzy, Vanyak3kk is yet another young talent that has been dominating the competitive scene. Paired with Swizzy, Vanyak3kk has bagged some incredible achievements.
His notable achievements include a first-place finish in the 2024 FNCS Major 2 Europe and 1st in POW3R Cup 2.0. Alongside this, he has also secured a win in the trios cash cup and has taken top spots in various events. The year 2023 wasn’t exactly a great year for Vanyak3kk, but he has proven himself in 2024 with these amazing achievements.
2. Miguel ”Pollo” Moreno
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If there is any player who could take the spot of the best Fortnite player of 2024, Pollo is a strong candidate. Miguel “Pollo” Moreno is a Mexican-American player who has dominated the 2024 Fortnite competitive scene alongside his duo Peterbot, winning tournament after tournament.
Pollo is the 2024 FNCS World Champion, and the climb to that was impeccable as well. Pollo started the year strong with a 2nd place finish in the FNCS 2024 Major 1 North America followed by a first-place finish in Major 2 and Major 3. Being champion was not enough, as Pollo then went on to win three Cash Cups. His 2024 earnings amount to a total of $425,800.
1. Peter ”Peterbot” Kata
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You can’t mention an FNCS Champion without mentioning the teammate who helped get him there. Peter “Peterbot” Kata has been the best player this year, bagging win after win and tournament after tournament.
He won the FNCS Championship with Pollo and won the FNCS North America Major 2 and 3. He didn’t stop there, as Peterbot then went on to place 2nd in both Dreamhack Dallas as well as the Esports World Cup. And we haven’t even mentioned his countless Cash Cup wins. All of this brings his 2024 earnings to a crazy $520,488, proving himself to be the greatest player in 2024.
You can put either Peterbot or Pollo at number onem as both of them have been destroying the competition. However, Peterbot has a bit more in earnings than Pollo, placing him at number 1.
Conclusion
These players have been the highlight of 2024. Sure, there might be some players who have more overall earnings but these players have been performing exceptionally this year. From winning tournaments and Majors to weekly cash cups, the dominance has been nothing short of unbelievable. We’re already looking forward to what 2025 will bring for competitive Fortnite.
