What is Fortnite and why are parents being warned about its new 'strip' trend

The apocalyptic survival game pits players against up to 100 others as they fight for survival on an island

With Christmas approaching, if you are a parent it is likely your child may requested the online video game Fortnite on their wish list this year.

The hugely popular apocalyptic survival game pits players against up to 100 others as they fight for survival on an island, crowing the last player standing as victorious.

The multiplayer game can be played on both Windows and Mac, and Xbox and Playstation platforms, and while it has amassed more than 125 million players worldwide, it has come under fire for its effect on youngsters.

Why is Fortnite so popular?

The game is free to play and allows you to play with multiple players from across the globe, battling a horde of enemy monsters, building forts and fighting for survival.

Originally released in July 2017, the game comes in two versions: Fortnite: Save the World (and Fortnite: Battle Royale.

Battle Royale is the more popular of the two, with more than 40 million downloads and allows players to buy colourful costumes and weapons, among other items.

The game has also gained popularity for its array of dance moves players can pull throughout, including 'The Floss', 'Llama Bell' and 'Electro Shuffle'.

Parents have recently been warned of 'strip Fortnite', in which players are encouraged to take their clothes off on webcam

Why is Fortnite controversial?