Houseparty, ‘Fortnite’ partner to let gamers video chat while playing


Demand from stay-at-home gamers has boosted videogame sales and the use of social media apps to stay connected with friends and family, as a spike in new coronavirus cases force people to remain indoors. — AFP Relaxnews

Group video chat app Houseparty said on Nov 18 it has partnered with popular video game Fortnite to let friends video chat while playing the game, as people seek various sources of entertainment during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Demand from stay-at-home gamers has boosted videogame sales and the use of social media apps to stay connected with friends and family, as a spike in new coronavirus cases force people to remain indoors.

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