Fortnite: Original Gear Revealed!

Fortnite OG Weapon & Item Guide: A Blast from the Past

Fortnite OG transports players back to the Chapter 1, Season 1 era, offering a nostalgic Battle Royale experience with the original map and loot pool. This guide details the weapons and items available, helping you conquer this classic Fortnite experience.

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• All Fortnite OG Assault Rifles
• All Fortnite OG Shotguns
• All Fortnite OG Pistols
• All Fortnite OG SMGs
• All Fortnite OG Sniper Rifles
• All Fortnite OG Explosives
• All Fortnite OG Traps
• All Fortnite OG Consumables/Items

The Fortnite OG loot pool presents a unique challenge, demanding strategic weapon choices. Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each item is crucial for victory. Remember, the meta shifts as you progress beyond Season 1, with returning weapons altering the gameplay dynamics.

All Fortnite OG Assault Rifles

The return of hitscan mechanics makes Assault Rifles highly effective in Fortnite OG. However, bloom can be a significant factor. The standard Assault Rifle generally outperforms others due to its manageable bloom and reliable damage.

Assault Rifle

Its consistent performance across various ranges makes it a staple weapon.

Burst Assault Rifle

The three-round burst can be unreliable, especially with its high bloom.

Scoped Assault Rifle

While offering first-person aiming, the bullet trajectory doesn't align with the reticle, impacting accuracy.

All Fortnite OG Shotguns

Shotguns dominate close-quarters combat in Fortnite OG, with the "Double Pump" technique offering a significant advantage.

Pump Shotgun

The 2.5x headshot multiplier makes it a potent close-range weapon. The Double Pump strategy maximizes its effectiveness.

Tactical Shotgun

Its higher fire rate and 2.5x headshot multiplier make it a reliable alternative.

All Fortnite OG Pistols

Pistols are suitable early-game weapons but generally less effective in the late game.

Semi-Auto Pistol

A common starting weapon with a high fire rate but significant damage falloff.

Revolver

A higher-damage pistol with noticeable recoil.

All Fortnite OG SMGs

SMGs are effective at close range but lack the DPS of shotguns and struggle at longer distances.

Suppressed Submachine Gun

The best SMG option due to its suppression and damage falloff at 20 meters.

Tactical Submachine Gun

Less bloom but inconsistent fire rate.

Submachine Gun

High fire rate but poor accuracy and ammo consumption.

All Fortnite OG Sniper Rifles

Sniper Rifles require precise aim for effective headshots.

Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle

High damage with a 2.5x headshot multiplier, but a single-shot magazine.

Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle

Faster fire rate and larger magazine but lower damage per shot.

All Fortnite OG Explosives

Explosives are crucial for destroying structures and eliminating opponents.

Rocket Launcher

High damage and structure destruction capabilities, but a slow fire rate.

Grenade Launcher

Multiple grenades for area denial.

Grenade

A throwable explosive for area denial and structure destruction.

All Fortnite OG Traps

Traps add a strategic element to gameplay.

Launch Pad

Provides mobility and escape options. Stack size of 2.

Ceiling Zapper

Electrocutes players below.

Wall Dynamo

Electrocutes players who touch it.

Damage Trap

Deals damage to players who step on it.

Directional Jump Pad

Provides directional mobility.

All Fortnite OG Consumables/Items

Consumables are essential for healing and survival.

Bandage

Quick healing but limited total health restoration.

Med Kit

Full health restoration but a longer use time.

Shield Potion

Shield restoration.

Slurp Juice

Simultaneous health and shield regeneration.

Bush

Provides camouflage.

Port-a-Bunker

| Stack Size | 4 |

Creates instant cover.