Pour some refreshing soda into your gaming mugs, Fortnite fans, for the new year brings a season that swings us back to where it all started. Epic Games has rolled out a nostalgic trip down memory lane with their latest season, Fortnite OG.
With a grand return to Chapter 1 of Battle Royale and the reintroduction of fan favorites such as the iconic Tilted Towers and Baller, this new update harks back to the game’s origins while adding a fresh spin.
For Old and New Fortnite Fans
If you’re new to Fortnite, this legendary game is a vibrant and fast-paced battle royale.
In this multiplayer phenomenon, up to 100 players parachute from a battle bus onto an island and scavenge for gear to defend themselves from other players. The game sees a steadily shrinking battlefield, forcing players to engage each other until only one player or team is left standing. It entwines elements of shooting, building, and strategic movements.
And now, with Fortnite OG, you get a taste of the past seasons and a glimpse of what the developers can surprise us with in future updates.
What Players Can Expect
The latest season provides an assortment of challenges, both old and new. The reestablished Faces of the Fortnite Map features recognizable locations, each with its unique style of gameplay.
To give a clearer idea of what the new season has in store, here’s an exciting line-up of features to look out for:
- Season 5’s Tilted Towers make their triumphant return. We get to revisit old haunts, revelling in the introduction of fan-favorite weapons like the Assault Rifle and Pump Shotgun and vehicles like Shopping Carts and All Terrain Karts (ATKs).
- Darkness descends over Loot Lake once again, with classic Season 6 weapons making a comeback, such as the Quadcrasher and Mounted Turret.
- Chilling out with Seasons 7 and 8, the snow biome and Frosty Flights feature alongside swashbuckling pirate gear and the Sgt. Winter’s X-4 Stormwing, while the Pirate Cannon lets you launch your teammates.
- Blast-off experience with Seasons 9 and X, where future themes marked by rapid world destabilization will offer many more ways to enjoy Fortnite.
The release of the OG Pass will introduce a flurry of over 50 new in-game items that can be unlocked in just four weeks. Purchasing the OG Pass will also give players the chance to earn up to 1,000 V-Bucks as they advance. The OG Shop will present a curated selection of new, classic and mashup items.
Compensating for the season’s short duration, Fortnite OG introduces faster rank progression for players of all ranks. Higher and mid-rank players can also expect fewer penalties for early elimination in a match.
Can You Believe It’s Been Six Years?
The Fortnite OG season is not just a trip down memory lane: it’s a complete celebratory event for gamers who’ve enjoyed and grown up playing Fortnite since its release in 2017. It delivers a fresh wave of excitement while putting a new spin on the classics.
One thing’s for sure, though—whether you’re an OG Fortnite player or a newcomer to the scene, there’s an abundance of spills, thrills, and victories awaiting you in Fortnite OG’s new season. So gear up and get ready to drop back into the action!
