The Best Weapons in Fortnite History – Part One
Fortnite has a long history spanning across many chapters and seasons, each offering different themes, mechanics, and versions of the Fortnite island and more. Looking back through the seasons of Fortnite evokes a sense of nostalgia, at the very least, as the game has changed significantly over the years, bringing with it fantastic elements and unique additions to the loot pool.
The weapon pool in Fortnite is constantly changing and evolving with the appearance and removal of various weapons in each season. Over the years, unique and exotic weapons have appeared and disappeared, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. From the Rocket Launcher to the Assault Rifle, here are the best weapons in Fortnite history.
The loot pool in Fortnite has changed significantly with each passing season, resulting in the emergence of some additional weapons. We have updated this list with additional entries, showcasing some of the best weapons in Fortnite history from Chapter One to Chapter Five.
Rocket Launcher (Rocket Launcher)
A powerful weapon with massive explosive power and high damage
Rarity | Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
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Common | 70 | 1 | 0.75 | 4.68 seconds |
Uncommon | 85 | 1 | 0.75 | 4.14 seconds |
Rare | 100 | 1 | 0.75 | 3.60 seconds |
Epic | 115 | 1 | 0.75 | 3.06 seconds |
Legendary | 130 | 1 | 0.75 | 2.52 seconds |
The Rocket Launcher is one of the most famous weapons in Fortnite history, and perhaps one of the most powerful. Despite its absence from the loot pool for a long period, many players who were lucky enough to obtain it during Chapter One and Chapter Two witnessed its strength. As expected, the Rocket Launcher fired explosive rockets, causing significant damage upon impact.
With a maximum damage of 130, the Rocket Launcher was like a bulldozer in all building battles, able to effectively destroy players’ structures, especially useful when used from above. The ability to ride rocket projectiles provided an excellent way to advance towards enemy players from a distance, provided the player was part of a team to execute this move. Despite its immense power, the Rocket Launcher was well balanced due to its slow projectile speed and long reload time.
Rapid Fire SMG
A powerful weapon with a high rate of fire
Rarity | Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
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Common | 13 | 20 | 15 | 1.65 seconds |
Uncommon | 14 | 20 | 15 | 1.58 seconds |
Rare | 15 | 20 | 15 | 1.5 seconds |
Epic | 16 | 26 | 15 | 1.42 seconds |
Legendary | 17 | 26 | 15 | 1.32 seconds |
Mythic | 17 | 26 | 15 | 1.275 seconds |
Over the years, Fortnite introduced a variety of SMGs. While the original SMGs and Tactical SMG were great weapons in the seasons they appeared in, the Rapid Fire SMG surpassed most other versions. This unique weapon first appeared in Chapter Two of Season Two and was formidable in close-range battles due to its high damage per second (DPS).
Striker Burst Assault Rifle
A great weapon for medium to long-range battles
Rarity | Damage | Magazine Size | Fire Rate | Reload Time |
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Common | 27 | 20 | 3.86 | 2.86 seconds |
Uncommon | 29 | 20 | 3.86 | 2.73 seconds |
Rare | 30 | 20 | 3.86 | 2.6 seconds |
Epic | 32 | 20 | 3.86 | 2.47 seconds |
Legendary | 33 | 20 | 3.86 | 2.34 seconds |
Mythic | 35 | 20 | 3.86 | 2.21 seconds |
Chapter Three marked an exciting turning point in Fortnite’s weapon pool, as many weapons began to feature integrated scopes, transitioning the player to a first-person view when aiming. This innovation paved the way for one of the best medium to long-range weapons in the game: the Striker Burst Assault Rifle.