New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Fortnite is venturing into the underground with the introduction of Chapter 5: Season 1, aptly named "Underground." Following The Big Bang event that resulted in the destruction of the Chapter 4 island, significant transformations are occurring in the battle royale game. The new season brings a revamped island with diverse locations, including a railway with a functional train, marinas, mansions, a grassland area, and substantial snow coverage.
Gameplay modifications involve the inclusion of five boss characters, with notable additions like Peter Griffin. Defeating these bosses earns players medallions with a valuable feature - the ability to regenerate shields gradually. However, holding a medallion discloses the player's location on the map, with precision increasing based on the number of medallions held.
Additional features include an SUV for transportation, a Ballistic Shield weapon enabling simultaneous shooting and defense, the ability to move while healing or restoring shields, and weapon customization at specific locations on the island. Players can also personalize vehicles with different bodies, decals, and wheels, extending customization beyond characters and weapons. Those who acquire the season's battle pass can unlock new boss characters, a revised version of Jones, and Solid Snake later in the season.
In a surprising collaboration, Lego is making its way into Fortnite with the announcement of "Lego Fortnite," described as a "survival crafting" game launching on December 7th. This collaboration extends to game skins, offering a Lego-style option for over 1,200 existing skins. While these styles seem exclusive to Lego experiences within Fortnite, the integration introduces a playful and creative element to the game.
The Chapter 5 launch coincides with Fortnite's heightened popularity following the release of Fortnite OG in November, which brought back the original island and garnered over 44 million players on November 4th. The Big Bang event, featuring the destruction of the Chapter 4 island and a virtual concert by Eminem, marked a historic moment in Fortnite's history.
