Fortnite Flipped—the exciting new theme for Fortnite Chapter 3—has been officially announced by Epic Games. The Chapter 2 island has been turned upside down, unveiling a fresh island and kicking off the next chapter.
Even as the current season builds hype, Chapter 3 is on the horizon. Players got a sneak peek at the finale event via an official leak from Epic Games. Here's everything we know about the Fortnite Chapter 3 theme, new map, biomes, and weapons.
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Epic Games' official blog has shared key features for Chapter 3. "With Convergence complete, the Cube Queen prepares her endgame for the island and nothing will ever be the same," Epic wrote. "Grab your weapons and fight the ultimate destruction."
Folks may find the western half dominated by a winter biome. While Season 8 has time left, the Fortnite community is already buzzing about Chapter 3, launching in December 2021.
As Fortnite raises the stakes, speculation about the future runs high. To the east lie lush tropics with coastal vibes, palm trees, and ancient ruins. The Seven maintain outposts across the island, but the tropics house their base, the "Sanctuary."
Alongside the Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 1 trailer preview, Epic has unveiled the new map, key locations, and weapons. The Ranger Assault Rifle excels at medium range and holds its own at long range.
The new weapons lineup includes:
The MK-Seven Assault Rifle suits medium to long range with its high fire rate. The Striker Pump Shotgun delivers massive burst damage with a heavy pellet spread. The Automatic Shotgun trades some per-shot power for faster firing and dual-shell reloads.
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