In a thrilling blend of nostalgia and competitive spirit, Spanish content creator Rubius recently hosted a Fortnite tournament called the Mad Cup, which capitalized on the reinvigorated love for the game’s original map. With a handsome €50K prize pool, the tournament not only celebrated the classic Fortnite experience but also showcased the incredible pull of creator-led events in the live-streaming industry.
Drawing inspiration from his 2018 Fortnite tournament, Rubius brought together 100 streamers for a nostalgic showdown on the OG map. The event mirrored the original in format but with the added excitement generated by the return of the map that many players first fell in love with.
The results were staggering: peak viewers reached 632K, with an average viewership hovering around 510K, culminating in over 2.1 million hours watched. These impressive figures underline the event’s monumental success.
