Fortnite Update Adds Fan Favorite Items to OG Battle Royale

Fortnite's latest update reintroduces beloved items, sparking excitement among players. The popular battle royale game welcomes back the Hunting Rifle and Launch Pad, fan favorites making a triumphant return.

This update coincides with the ongoing Winterfest event, bringing a festive atmosphere to the island. Players can participate in event quests, utilize new items like Icy Feet and Blizzard Grenades, and acquire limited-time skins featuring Mariah Carey, Santa Dogg, and Santa Shaq. Beyond Winterfest, collaborations with Cyberpunk 2077 and Batman Ninja add further variety.

A recent hotfix for the OG mode adds another layer of nostalgia. The Launch Pad, a Chapter 1 classic, makes a comeback, offering a familiar method of traversal and strategic maneuvering.

Fortnite Revives Classic Weapons and Gear

• Launch Pad
• Hunting Rifle
• Cluster Clinger

The Hunting Rifle (Chapter 3) and Cluster Clingers (Chapter 5) also return, providing players with diverse combat options, particularly appreciated given the absence of sniper rifles in Chapter 6, Season 1. These items are available in both Battle Royale and Zero Build modes.

The resurgence of OG mode has proven incredibly popular, attracting 1.1 million players within the first two hours of its launch. An accompanying OG Item Shop offers classic skins and items for purchase, although the return of rare skins like the Renegade Raider and Aerial Assault Trooper has generated mixed reactions among the community.