AWS Just Put Its Biggest Keynotes Inside Fortnite — Yes, Really

AWS is taking re:Invent 2025 somewhere no one expected: Fortnite. Starting 3 December, players can load into a custom island called the AWS re:Invent Keynote Racer and watch every keynote live while doing laps around a neon Las Vegas track.

The island mixes gameplay with tech education, showing how AWS and the wider Amazon ecosystem power modern games. For UAE gamers and developers, it’s a new way to keep up with one of the biggest cloud events of the year—no badge, flight, or Vegas taxi queue required.

AWS keynotes are now watchable inside Fortnite

For the first time, AWS is streaming its full re:Invent keynote schedule inside Fortnite.

• Players can join the island using the code 1118-6794-4236.
• The schedule covers four major keynotes across 3–4 December (US Pacific Time).
• Streams run on multiple screens, including billboards on the track and a lounge area.

The idea is simple: hop into Fortnite, pick a car, and watch industry leaders talk about the future of AI, cloud, and infrastructure while drifting past digital Vegas landmarks. If you prefer a calmer view, the lounge works like a digital watch party space. UAE viewers should note the time difference—PT is 12 hours behind Gulf Standard Time—so the morning sessions land late evening here.

What’s inside the “Keynote Racer” island

AWS built the island with EPAM, Blast.tv, and 404 Creative using Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN).

• The map includes a Las Vegas-inspired racetrack.
• A trackside lounge mirrors the vibe of AWS re:Invent’s real-world venue.
• Keynotes stream live through AWS Media Services.

The racetrack makes the most noise, but the lounge is where you’ll find the educational bits. This includes info on how developers can build, stream, sell, promote and support games across Amazon’s platforms—handy if you’re working in the local indie scene or just curious about how games scale. For background reading, our piece on gaming trends and tools gives good context.

How AWS Media Services powers the stream

AWS isn’t just showing off its conference content—it’s also showing off its infrastructure.

• AWS Media Services handles the live video workflows.
• This includes ingest, processing and delivery across the island.
• Fortnite is already deeply built on AWS, dating back to Epic’s adoption in 2018.

The same tools that power the keynote stream also support global media platforms and esports events. Seeing them run inside Fortnite works as both a demo and a flex. UAE broadcasters and regional esports teams using cloud workflows will recognise the tech behind the scenes.

What developers can learn inside the island

The island doubles as an educational hub for game developers.

• Amazon Luna: for cloud game streaming
• Amazon.com: for retail and merch
• Amazon Ads: for player acquisition
• IGDB: for gaming data
• Twitch: for community building

Each touchpoint shows how Amazon’s various services work together. It’s designed to be simple but useful—more of a primer than a sales pitch. If you’re curious about UEFN itself, our coverage on creative tools in modern games is a good starting point.

You can still watch the keynotes the normal way

Not a Fortnite person? You’re fine.

• Keynotes will also stream on the AWS re:Invent website, YouTube, and Twitch.
• The Fortnite island will also appear at the physical event inside The Venetian Expo’s AWS Industries Pavilion.

The Pavilion will highlight the AWS services that support the island, plus the artwork created using Amazon Nova Canvas that shaped its look. For clarity: no generative AI built the island itself—just the concept art.

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