In a significant moment for Fortnite ’s creator-driven future, Canadian streamer and YouTuber Andre Rebelo - better known as Typical Gamer , has become the first creator to hit 1 million favourites on the platform. The milestone was achieved on April 2, 2025, less than six months after Epic Games introduced its in-game follow system.
With over 15 million YouTube subscribers, Rebelo has long been a dominant force in the gaming content space. But this latest feat cements his place as Fortnite’s top creative talent, bringing attention to the platform’s growing emphasis on user-generated content (UGC) and creator-powered experiences.
Epic’s follow feature sparks a new era for creators
Epic Games launched the “follow” feature in November 2024 to help players connect with their favourite map makers and content creators directly from within the game. Typical Gamer, already a household name among Fortnite fans, quickly leveraged this system, driving fans toward his custom-made experiences and innovative Creative maps.
“Followers in Fortnite aren’t passive numbers. These are players ready to jump in and play,” Rebelo said in a recent interview. “It’s completely reimagining how we market, grow, and sustain these virtual experiences.”
How JOGO helped build a Fortnite empire
Beyond his content, Rebelo is also the founder of JOGO, a Fortnite Creative studio that reportedly generated $7 million in its first year. The studio has been behind several popular UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) maps, helping blend professional game development with the accessibility of Fortnite’s tools.
JOGO’s success, paired with Rebelo’s online charisma - has played a major role in his rise to the top. His creative approach and consistent content pipeline have made him a trusted name among both casual players and competitive Fortnite fans.
This milestone comes at a time when Fortnite’s creator ecosystem is booming. According to industry reports, brand spending on Fortnite has surged by 99% year-on-year. For marketers and developers alike, creators like Rebelo now serve as critical entry points into Epic’s expansive digital universe.
Fellow creators and fans flooded social media with congratulations. “What can’t this man do!?” tweeted fellow Fortnite star Avxry, while Fortnite’s official account simply posted, “Congrats!!”
With GTA VI and other sandbox platforms on the horizon, Rebelo has hinted that he isn’t putting all his eggs in one Battle Bus. But for now, Fortnite remains his main arena. “Fifteen years later, this is the most creative I’ve ever felt,” he shared.
As Fortnite continues its evolution into a creator-first platform, Typical Gamer’s milestone offers a glimpse of what’s possible in the metaverse - where content, creativity, and community collide.
With over 15 million YouTube subscribers, Rebelo has long been a dominant force in the gaming content space. But this latest feat cements his place as Fortnite’s top creative talent, bringing attention to the platform’s growing emphasis on user-generated content (UGC) and creator-powered experiences.
Epic’s follow feature sparks a new era for creators
1 MILLION favorites! 🎉 First creator to ever hit this milestone on Fortnite and we’re just getting started! pic.twitter.com/ZSV4eMKdj4
— TG (@TypicalGamer) April 2, 2025
Epic Games launched the “follow” feature in November 2024 to help players connect with their favourite map makers and content creators directly from within the game. Typical Gamer, already a household name among Fortnite fans, quickly leveraged this system, driving fans toward his custom-made experiences and innovative Creative maps.
“Followers in Fortnite aren’t passive numbers. These are players ready to jump in and play,” Rebelo said in a recent interview. “It’s completely reimagining how we market, grow, and sustain these virtual experiences.”
How JOGO helped build a Fortnite empire
Beyond his content, Rebelo is also the founder of JOGO, a Fortnite Creative studio that reportedly generated $7 million in its first year. The studio has been behind several popular UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) maps, helping blend professional game development with the accessibility of Fortnite’s tools.
JOGO’s success, paired with Rebelo’s online charisma - has played a major role in his rise to the top. His creative approach and consistent content pipeline have made him a trusted name among both casual players and competitive Fortnite fans.
This milestone comes at a time when Fortnite’s creator ecosystem is booming. According to industry reports, brand spending on Fortnite has surged by 99% year-on-year. For marketers and developers alike, creators like Rebelo now serve as critical entry points into Epic’s expansive digital universe.
What can't this man do!? Congrats to you and all at JOGO!
— Avery (@Avxry) April 2, 2025
Fellow creators and fans flooded social media with congratulations. “What can’t this man do!?” tweeted fellow Fortnite star Avxry, while Fortnite’s official account simply posted, “Congrats!!”
Congrats!! 🎉🎉
— Fortnite (@Fortnite) April 2, 2025
With GTA VI and other sandbox platforms on the horizon, Rebelo has hinted that he isn’t putting all his eggs in one Battle Bus. But for now, Fortnite remains his main arena. “Fifteen years later, this is the most creative I’ve ever felt,” he shared.
As Fortnite continues its evolution into a creator-first platform, Typical Gamer’s milestone offers a glimpse of what’s possible in the metaverse - where content, creativity, and community collide.
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