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New Features and Bug Fixes in Content Update 5.0

Patchv5.00
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Fortnite v5.00 Content Update introduces the Submachine Gun to Battle Royale and the Typewriter Assault Rifle to Save the World. Additionally, the Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle received a damage buff, and the Tactical SMG has been vaulted.

  • New: Submachine Gun (Common-Rare, 19-21 damage) added to Battle Royale.
  • New: Typewriter Assault Rifle (mid-range, high capacity) added to Save the World.
  • Buff: Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle damage increased to 75/78 from 63/66.
  • Kept: Tactical SMG moved to the Vault.
  • Updated: Save the World 50% off sale from July 17 to July 30.
New Features and Bug Fixes in Content Update 5.0

GEAR UP,

Two new weapons make their way into Save the World and Battle Royale. Try these new additions for yourself in the v5.0 Content Update.

Submachine Gun (Battle Royale)
Make enemies think twice before they push you. Run and gun with the new Submachine Gun, ideal for those intense close range battles.

Typewriter Assault Rifle (Save the World)
If the pen is mightier than the sword then what does that make the Typewriter Assault Rifle? This high capacity weapon takes the cake when it comes to Husk clearing!

Save the World 50% Off Sale (Save the World)
Level up with your friends and lead the world's remaining Heroes in the fight to save humanity and take back the world.

BATTLE ROYALE

WEAPONS + ITEMS

  • Submachine Gun added.
    • Available in Common, Uncommon, and Rare variants.
      • 19-21 base damage.
    • Uses Light Ammo.
    • 30 round capacity.
    • Can be found in floor loot and chests.
  • Tactical SMG has been added to the Vault.
  • Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle damage increased to 75/78 from 63/66.

SAVE THE WORLD

50% OFF SALE!

Purchase the game for half off for a limited time.

  • Starts July 17 and ends July 30.

WEAPONS + ITEMS

  • Typewriter Assault Rifle added to the Weekly Store.

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