As you're likely already well aware by now, there's always something new going on in Fortnite. With the latest v9.30 content update, there's a smattering of new stuff to look forward to as well, so let's get right into it.
First off for Battle Royale, players can look forward to using a "new take on a classic" with the revolver, as well as a fun summery event: the 14 Days of Summer celebration, which lets you experience different Limited Time Modes across its active sessions. You can find out which LTMs will be available and when over at the official blog post proclaiming that the 14 Days of Summer are taking place.
Here's a quick rundown of everything else you can expect from the Battle Royale content updates:
WEAPONS + ITEMS
Revolver
Available in Epic and Legendary variants.
Fires Medium Ammo.
Holds 6 rounds.
63 / 66 damage per shot.
Headshot multiplier of 2.
Available from Floor loot, Chests, Vending Machines, Supply Drops, and Loot Carriers.
Vaulted
Rare Tactical Assault Rifle
With the unvaulting of the Suppressed Submachine Gun, we wanted to make sure loot distribution in this class of item was well distributed.
Impulse Grenades
Rift-To-Go
Pirate Cannon
Unvaulted
Uncommon and Rare Pump Shotgun
Available in floor loot and Vending Machines
There’s been a lot of feedback around the Tactical Shotgun and Combat Shotgun effectiveness, and so we’re experimenting with a world where the Pump Shotgun joins the current shotgun lineup.
Shockwave Grenade
Suppressed SMG
We feel the Suppressed Submachine Gun can fill a complementary role to the Burst Submachine Gun as a viable alternative.
Common, Uncommon, and Rare Revolver
Tactical Shotgun
Availability from floor loot reduced from 8.19% to 5.4%
Headshot Multiplier increased from 2 to 2.25
Burst SMG
Availability adjustments
Availability from floor loot reduced from 5.03% to 3.1%
Availability from chests reduced from 18.66% to 10.32%
Balance adjustments
Base accuracy increased by 13.6%
Jumping accuracy penalty reduced from 15% to 5%
Sprinting accuracy penalty reduced from 30% to 20%
Base damage increased from 23/24/25 to 24/25/26
The Burst SMG was dropping a bit too frequently for the role it was intended to fill. Additionally, it was underperforming when compared to similar items.
SemiAuto Sniper Rifle
Availability from floor loot reduced from 0.65% to 0.44%
Availability from chests reduced from 5.1% to 3.4%
FlintKnock Pistol
Availability from floor loot reduced from 1.97% to 1.32%
Infantry Rifle
Increased the Epic and Legendary Infantry Rifle clip size from 8 to 10
Minigun
Increased player damage from 18/19 to 20/21
DrumGun
Reduced clip size from 50 to 40
Reduced fire rate from 9 to 8
Since the unvaulting, the Drum Gun has outperformed in unintended areas. This adjustment should help create more counterplay in combat.
Heavy Assault Rifle
Increased damage from 36/38/40 to 38/40/42
The Heavy Assault Rifle usage rates aren’t quite where we’d like. This adjustment to Damage is intended to offset some of the downsides of the weapon.
GAMEPLAY
Supply Llama
Increased the material count from 200 of each to 350 of each
Increased the total number of Llamas per match from 3 to 5
For those looking to jump into Creative mode, you can expect to see some new items like this weird-looking cube you can place throughout maps. There are also new prefabs and galleries you can use when in Creative mode, as detailed below.
PREFABS & GALLERIES
Added 4 New Prefabs:
Kevin Lake House Island
Kevin Destroyed Cube Island
Kevin Destroyed Dino Island
Kevin Destroyed House Island
Added 11 New Galleries:
Kevin Cube Gallery
Kevin Cube Shards Prop Gallery
Kevin Island
Kevin Destroyed Island
Kevin Particle Gallery
Lake House Roof & Wall Gallery
Lake House Floor & Stair Gallery
Lake House Island Prop Gallery
Rock & Root Nature Gallery
Note:We're aware of an issue where some of these assets will delete themselves if placed in certain ways with the Phone.
Finally, for fans of Save the World, you can expect the new Shortcut item, Astro Bat 9000, and more.
MISSIONS + SYSTEMS
14 Days of Summer is here!
Complete a new quest every day to help Homebase host a hot summer party!
Complete all 14 days to unlock a new weapon!
Complete quest to earn Summer Tickets
Check the X-ray store daily for free llamas!
The fun begins on June 25, 9 AM Eastern Time
New Wargames Simulation: Shortcut
Strange doors are appearing near the enemy spawners. When husks get near one of these doors they are teleported to one of the exit doors closer to your fort.
Some husks that travel through these doors gain elemental effects.
A new Wargames simulation means more chances for Event Tickets, a new banner, and more variety to the Daily Wargames Challenges.
WEAPONS + ITEMS
Astro Bat 9000 swings into the Weekly Store
A quick striking bat with high damage and low impact.
Energy Slam: Heavy attack that launches an explosive energy ball at enemies, dealing damage in an area.
Available from June 26 at 8 PM Eastern Time until July 3 at 8 PM Eastern Time.
For a complete listing of every bit of new content, be sure to check out the official Fortnite blog running down v9.30.