We’re getting a taste of the OG Fortnite again in the new BR Fortnite Reload modes, but what does that entail? Here’s a look at all the OG locations and weapons included in Reload as well as the exciting new features involved.
Everything to expect in Fortnite Reload
Fortnite Reload is its own brand new game mode, which means we won’t be saying goodbye Chapter 5 POI or weapons. Instead, we’ll experience all the OG goodies separately. If you’re a Fortnite veteran, you’ll recognize many of these weapons and locations, but along with them, we’re also testing a whole new way to play with unlimited restarts.
Let’s dig into everything we can expect in Fortnite Reload.
All OG Locations in Fortnite Reload
The Fortnite Reload map is much smaller than the average map, but it’s packed with nostalgic locations from past seasons. We saw some of these locations teased in the trailer, but iFireMonkey on Twitter gave us a better overview of the entire map (and we added in the names of the places on it).
All the confirmed locations we’ll get to drop at are mini-versions of the originals to fit on the smaller map. There are also a few that weren’t revealed in the trailer that appear to be included in some variants as well:
- Confirmed Locations:
- Leaning Towers
- Sand Sheets
- Pleasant Park
- Lil’ Loot Lake
- Lazy Laps
- Possible Locations:
- Wailing Forest
- Retail Row
- Dust Depository
- Snob Shores
- Flush Factory
All OG Weapons in Fortnite Reload
It wouldn’t feel right to drop into these OG spots without the matching gear to go along with them. That’s why we’re also bringing back some of our OG discount pools, with old-school Fortnite guns like the standard AR or the tactical SMG and shotguns.
You will not be disappointed at all with this loot. These are all the weapons (and a few other non-weapon items) confirmed to appear in the Reload modes:
- Firearms:
- Heavy Assault Rifle
- Heavy Shotgun
- Bolt Action Sniper Rifle
- Tactical Machine Gun
- Tactical Shotgun
- revolver
- Rocket Launcher
- Infantry Rifle
- Lever Action Shotgun
- Another Loot:
Other OG items are sure to be included as well, like Chug Splashes, Slurp Juice, and much more. We’ll have to jump in and start looting chests to uncover them all.
All New Features in Fortnite Reload
One of the biggest parts of Fortnite Reload that sets it apart from the OG seasons is a new unlimited restart mechanic. Something they made sure to reveal at the forefront of the trailer is that you can restart as many times as you need to get back into the action.
How this will work is every player gets a reset cooldown when they are eliminated. They will drop mini shields, ammo and building materials in addition to their full inventory and wait for the countdown. The cooldown can extend up to 40 seconds max but averages around 30 seconds. However, if their squadmates get some eliminations while the player is eliminated, the cooldown will be lowered by two seconds for knocking down an opponent and four seconds for eliminating one. It will drop even more significantly if their squad manages to wipe out an entire enemy team, in a full ten seconds.
When the player restarts, they will be torn into the sky, much like a reboot van, but in the general area of the place of their death instead. They will respawn with an AR and 100 wood (if you play build mode; if not, you won’t get materials, just a weapon). They can restart like this as many times as they need, as long as one member of their squad is still standing and until it reaches the endgame scenario. After the endgame, when you reach a specific amount of players remaining, players will no longer be able to restart. The game will play out as normal with teams fighting until only one is left.
Are Fortnite Reload Squads only?
The only way you get unlimited restarts is if you have squads still alive. That leaves the question, what if you don’t have a squad? Well, you’ll need to have a team to play Reload. Yes, Fortnite Reload is a squad-only game mode. You will only be able to line up as a full squad. You can play with less than four players in your squad, but you might be up against other full teams and run the risk of being overwhelmed quite easily.
This is everything we know about Fortnite Reload so far. When we combine all these things, places and functions, we will get a nice mix of old and new. What are you most looking forward to?
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