Season Shop
In the early days of Fortnite, the first season introduced the concept of the Season Shop instead of the Battle Pass. In this shop, players could purchase items using V-Bucks based on their level. The Season Shop featured some of the rarest outfits in the game, such as the Aerial Assault Trooper and Renegade Raider, which are outfits that have not returned to Fortnite due to the exclusive nature of the first season of Chapter 1.
The Season Shop preceded the idea of the Battle Pass. Now, players can spend 950 V-Bucks to level up and unlock all kinds of cosmetic rewards. This was a great change as the Season Shop required players to spend real money to buy each item after reaching a certain level.
Double Pump Strategy
The Double Pump strategy is considered one of the most feared tactics in Fortnite. The meta constantly changes, and players always have their own setups that they bring to Battle Royale. However, the Double Pump was a strategy almost everyone used until its power was reduced in season five, making this strategy unfeasible due to the required cooldown period when switching shotguns.
The Double Pump strategy relied on the player using two Pump Shotguns in their loadout. Players overcame the slow fire rate by quickly switching between the shotguns, allowing them to execute a rapid series of kills.
Shopping Carts
The Fortnite community was tense about introducing vehicles into Battle Royale. For several months, players ran around the large map, relying on their feet without the need for fast vehicles to help them escape. The first version of vehicles was the unique Shopping Cart.
The Shopping Cart perfectly embodied the early days of Fortnite when the game was more cartoonish. The cart allowed two people to ride it, with one pushing the cart while the other sat in it as a passenger. Now, Shopping Carts are completely outdated and not used.
Rocket Launch Event
On June 30, 2018, Fortnite witnessed its first official event on the Battle Royale map. Live events were rare, and millions of players were present to experience this unique event in the world of Fortnite. In the Rocket Launch event, players witnessed a giant rocket launching from the Villain Lair POI heading towards the sky.
Many players thought this rocket would destroy Tilted Towers, but instead, it created several rifts in the sky, becoming the focal point in Fortnite’s overall story. The Rocket Launch event was disappointing for some as battles were active, meaning players who wanted to witness this historic event were killed by other players.
Infinity Blade
The Infinity Blade sword was very famous for its extreme power, to the point that the official Fortnite Twitter account apologized, admitting they “messed up” by adding this weapon. There was a valid reason for this, as Infinity Blade dominated Battle Royale in the first chapter, ensuring whoever had the sword would secure the top spot.
The Infinity Blade sword gave the player unparalleled mobility capabilities, with the ability to eliminate opponents in almost a single blow and easily destroy structures built by players. Additionally, the player would regain health with each kill, meaning even a army of players couldn’t stop someone wielding the Infinity Blade in Fortnite.
Fortnite x Avengers
Collaborations between famous franchises were not uncommon. Games like Mortal Kombat included prominent characters like Kratos on their roster before, but it’s safe to say that Fortnite was the one that opened the door to immense collaboration possibilities through Fortnite x Avengers.
The collaboration between Marvel and Fortnite continued for years, with Marvel even getting its own season in Fortnite. However, it all started with the limited-time addition of the Infinity Gauntlet in 2018. Thanks to this event, players experienced great success in collaborations. It was very fun to run around the Fortnite map as Thanos with the Infinity Gauntlet, destroying everything on the island.
OG Map
Up to Chapter 4, there have been 4 unique maps in Fortnite so far, and it’s certain that many new maps are on the way. The original map of Fortnite remains the most impactful in the minds of old players, with many missing the Points of Interest (POIs) offered by this map.
Although other maps saw the return of some famous POIs from Fortnite, the first map still holds a special place. The original map was beloved for many reasons, like Moisty Myers. In the new Fortnite maps, there is diversity in the different environments, but the original map had a unique flavor and a place in the hearts of old players.
Victory Royale!
Everyone remembers their first Victory Royale. The feeling of tension and excitement that comes with competing and surviving against 99 other players, then emerging victorious against all odds, is an indescribable feeling. However, there is a strangely comforting thing in the original Victory Royale screen that reminds players of a warm and familiar feeling. In those days, players didn’t need the best boosts to win.
Once the last player is eliminated, players can no longer move, but stand still as the screen fills with a blue banner that reads “#1 Victory Royale!”, without any slow-motion effects or victory music. Only the original Fortnite music plays as players return to the lobby.
Fortnite is now available on Mobile, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
