The Latest Fortnite Update Introduces Balloons and New Fall Damage Formula
The most recent update to Fortnite: Battle Royale went live today, bringing with it several in-game changes. One of the notable additions is the introduction of balloons, allowing players to defy gravity and increase their altitude. However, Epic Games also implemented a new fall damage formula alongside the balloons, which required a quick hotfix due to its severity. The developers hope that this update will prevent fall damage from being fatal while using balloons.
Epic Games Addresses the Fall Damage Issue
In a tweet, Fortnite acknowledged the issue with the new fall damage formula and assured players that they are working on a solution. The new formula uses velocity instead of fall height, which turned out to be overly aggressive. The developers are currently implementing a hotfix to reduce the damage amount in similar situations, making it non-lethal. Moving forward, Epic Games plans to find other ways to make it clear that fall velocity leads to fall damage.
A Change in Fall Damage Mechanics
Previously in Fortnite, players would take fall damage when dropping from great heights. However, with this update, it seems that Epic Games has changed the mechanics. Now, players will take more damage if they are falling at a faster speed. This change aims to make the game more realistic and dynamic.
Constructive Feedback Is Welcome
Epic Games assures players that the hotfix for the fall damage formula will be implemented soon. As always, they encourage Fortnite players and fans to provide constructive criticism and feedback on the changes to help improve the gaming experience.