Here is a breakdown of the Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 patch notes!
Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Hunters arrives in just a few hours. While the downtime is underway, Epic Games has provided a complete overview of what to expect in Chapter 6. There is no shortage of content and features to explore in the new Fortnite season, from an entirely new map to new mechanics and more. This article breaks down the Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 patch notes so you know what to expect when it arrives later.
Fortnite Chapter 6 features an entirely new map
What better place to kick off the Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 patch notes than with the all-new map? Epic Games delivered with the Chapter 6 landscape, offering a vibrant and diverse environment. There are 18 named points of interest (POIs) alongside an unspecified number of smaller landmarks. Each location offers a different aesthetic, but nothing is more appealing than The Great Turtle.
Here are some screenshots and a complete list of locations:
- Whiffy Wharf
- Flooded Frogs
- Magic Mosses
- Demon's Dojo
- Pumped Power
- Lost Lake
- Twinkle Terrace
- Brutal Boxcars
- Nightshift Forest
- Foxy Floodgate
- Shining Span
- Seaport City
- Warrior's Watch
- Burd
- Canyon Crossing
- Masked Meadows
- Hopeful Heights
- Shogun's Solitude
New movement mechanics debut in Fortnite Chapter 6
There's no better way to explore the Fortnite Chapter 6 landscape than with four new movement mechanics: the Ledge Jump, Roll Landing, Wall Kick, and Wall Scramble. Each adds a gameplay flair to the game, especially the Ledge Jump, which is effectively Parkour in Fortnite.
Here's a description of each new mechanic:
- Ledge Jump - A unique animation that occurs when you sprint at a ledge and press your jump key or button just before the edge. This will send your character into a "Parkour" motion, allowing you to reach places you usually can't otherwise.
- Roll Landing - Your character enters a rolling animation when holding jump or tapping the jump key or button just before you touch the ground. This sends you into a "barrel roll" animation and will restore some stamina.
- Wall Kick - Another of Fortnite Chapter 6's movement mechanics allows you to kick off a wall and launch in any direction. You can perform a Wall Kick by jumping into a wall sideways. You can work these into your gameplay and even chain Wall Kicks to expand your movement capabilities.
- Wall Scramble - The Wall Scramble allows you to scale vertical surfaces until you eventually reach the top. You can work a Wall Kick into a Wall Scramble.
All weapons, items, and Medallions via the Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 patch notes
Alongside a new map and mechanics, Epic Games has included eight new weapons ranging from Assault Rifles to SMGs to Shotguns. Additionally, there are new Medallions and Masks that will also factor into the Fortnite Chapter 6 experience.
Here is a list of the weapons, Medallions, and Masks:
Weapons
- Typhoon Blade
- Holo Twister Assault Rifle
- Fury Assault Rifle
- Veiled Precision SMG
- Surgefire SMG
- Sentinel Pump
- Twinfire Auto Shotgun
- Oni Shotgun
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Medallions
- Shogun X Medallion - Grants infinite stamina and invisibility while sprinting
- Night Rose Medallion - Makes your weapons reload themselves
Masks
- Fire Oni Mask - Launches a homing flame projectile
- Void Oni Mask - Allows you to teleport and reposition
Sprites and Boons debut in Chapter 6 Season 1
Sprites and Boons are new Chapter 6 Season 1 features that will significantly elevate gameplay. Let's start with Sprites, which are three variations of creatures: Air, Water, and Earth. Below is a list of the Sprites and what each does.
- Air Sprite: Throw them to launch you in the air while granting a glider redeploy. It also damages builds and launches vehicles.
- Water Sprite: Throw these to deploy a healing fountain that restores health and shield.
- Earth Sprite: Consumes items you feed them and provides a reward.
You can also bring Sprites to Sprite Shrines, which provides you a Boon, which essentially functions as added perks and benefits to your gameplay. Here is a breakdown of the elemental Boons:
- Fire Boon: Allows you to reload your weapon faster.
- Void Boon: Eliminating opponents reveals other players in the area.
- Wind Boon: Faster movement with your Pickaxe out.
- Water Boon: Swimming grants health and shield to yourself and your team.
New Simple Edit option added in Fortnite Chapter 6
Many leakers unearthed the Simple Edit option a while ago and it will finally arrive in Chapter 6 Season 1. This feature allows players to play the Battle Royale game mode without the hassle of selecting individual tiles. Fortnite's editing mechanic has become more complex, and this simplifies the process. You can turn this on in the 'Settings' menu.
Baymax and Godzilla headline the Season 1 Battle Pass
The Fortnite Chapter 6 Battle Pass features original characters and new takes on legendary characters. However, nothing stands out more than the Big Hero 6 and Godzilla collaborations. Baymax arrives with the Season 1 Battle Pass, and Godzilla will follow later in January. It's also worth noting the Battle Pass will now cost you 1,000 V-Bucks instead of the usual 950 V-Bucks.
- Nyanja (unlocked right away!): Two-tailed trickster.
- Jade: Discover the Island's myths.
- Kendo: A wandering rōnin with a restless spirit.
- Daigo: Man of a thousand faces.
- Shadow Blade Hope: See through the shadows.
- Disney’s Hero Baymax: Ready to be your hero.
- The Night Rose: A fearsome demon warrior, bound by ancient duty.
- Godzilla: The legendary monster arrives in January
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