How to Stop Sitting Out in Fortnite: A Quick Guide

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Ever found yourself stuck in spectator mode while your friends are having all the fun in Fortnite? Wondering how to stop sitting out and jump back into the action? Let’s dive in and solve that mystery!
So, you’re waiting on the sidelines, watching your squad have all the fun without you. You’re sitting out in Fortnite and you’re asking yourself, “How do I get back into the game?”. We’ve got you covered!
Getting Back into the Game
The quickest way to stop sitting out in Fortnite is by changing your status. First thing, you need to open your friends list. Look for the ‘Sitting Out’ option and click on it. You should see an option to ‘Stop Sitting Out’. Hit that, and voila, you’re ready to dive back into the game!
If you don’t see the ‘Stop Sitting Out’ option right away, make sure you’re not in the middle of a match where rejoining isn’t possible. If that’s the case, you’ll have to wait until the match ends. But don’t worry, it won’t be long before you’re back on the battle bus and heading into action.
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