The gameplay of the popular online shooter Battle Royale Fortnite from the developer Epic Games is based on the ability to build barrage structures and the possession of all types of small arms. Game guns, in turn, have an individual classification. They are divided by rarity, combat qualities, conditions of use. For example, you may need a pump-action shotgun for one challenge, and a firebow for another. In the 16th season, Epics offer to make their own new mechanical weapons in Fortnite using crafting materials.
General information about homemade weapons in the game Fortnite
In the fantasy online shooter Fortnite: Battle Royale, gamers not only pass tests and complete missions set by the developers’ algorithm. Epics also provide players with many platforms where they can try themselves as creators. For example, Creative mode allows gamers to create original worlds and invite friends to them for team gaming.
In the new season, Epic Games offered users to improve existing guns on their own.
After all, players need to survive in a wild world, covered by the power of an unknown energy.
In Battle Royale Fortnite, items are divided into types:
- basic;
- unusual;
- rare, etc.
In Season 16, guns in Fortnite received new additional stats:
- Homemade. The weakest of all types of guns, they require improvement in all shooting parameters. These include: submachine gun, shotgun, bow, machine gun, revolver. You can find them in chests, on the floor, etc.
- Prehistoric. This type includes a submachine gun, a shotgun, an assault rifle, a bow (basic, fiery, stink), a pistol. They are distinguished by rapid fire, they require an upgrade to increase combat performance. They are obtained by crafting, and also found in chests.
- Mechanical. This type primarily includes onions. A new type of gun in Fortnite. Thanks to crafting, the bow can get several imb effects: impact or explosive. If you want to knock back the enemy, use a shock bow. Previous types of weapons, with the proper upgrade, can also be brought to the class of mechanical guns. They are obtained by crafting or looting in chests.
Main variants of mechanical weapons
In Season 16, Fortnite’s new battle royale game mechanic invites gamers to learn how to create new guns from existing weapons.
They require different resources to make them. So, to create a bow, you need special crafting materials – car parts.
In total there are several types of mechanical guns:
- automatic;
- submachine gun;
- shotgun;
- a gun.
Methods for obtaining and manufacturing
All types of mechguns are obtained from homemade weapons, and car parts are used for modification. For example, a mechanical bow is crafted using parts that can be dropped from forklifts, tractors, cars, and other vehicles. These objects are located in different locations of the island. For one bow, you need to collect 4 parts.
General tips and tricks for passing the test
To complete the Season 16 challenge, it is recommended that you land at the Dirty Docks, where you can find a large number of required objects. By smashing vehicles, cars and tractors, you will get parts to upgrade your makeshift cannon. After you have collected the required number of spare parts, go to the Inventory and select the weapon you want to modify. Next, click the “Create” button and apply the assembled parts to the art. Move the character to the location and manually upgrade the selected item.
Once you’ve crafted the new high-performance mechanical cannon, the Season 16 Challenge will be completed.
What weapon did you create? Do you use a bow to complete tasks in Fortnite: Battle Royale?