Fortnite: Battle Royale Set to Receive v7.40 Update
The highly anticipated v7.40 game update for Fortnite: Battle Royale is on its way. This update, expected to be one of the last of season seven, is set to launch on either Tuesday or Wednesday this week. It’s an exciting time for Fortnite players as they eagerly await the new features and bug fixes that are expected to come with this update.
Balance Adjustments to Improve Gameplay
Epic Games has acknowledged some of the most controversial items and features in the game and has announced several balance adjustments to address these concerns. For instance, the Hand Cannon will deal less damage to structures, X-4 Stormwing Planes will no longer be able to smash through structures, and the reload time of Rocket Launchers will be significantly increased. These adjustments aim to improve the overall game experience for players.
Introducing the Share the Love Competitive Series
In the upcoming v7.40 update, Epic Games is set to introduce a new competitive mode called the Share the Love Competitive Series. This mode will function like a ranked system where players will be divided into four divisions. Each division will run daily sessions, and players can move up to a higher division by earning a pin at the end of a session. Players who reach the highest division, Champion, will have the opportunity to compete in the Champion Division finals, which will take place on Feb. 23 and 24.
Overtime Challenges and the Infantry Rifle
Epic Games has also confirmed the release of Overtime Challenges, a new set of challenges that will be available to all Fortnite players until Feb. 28. These challenges will help keep players engaged and excited as the current season comes to a close. Additionally, the v7.40 update is expected to introduce the Infantry Rifle, a new weapon that will likely replace another weapon that may be vaulted. Details about the Infantry Rifle are still scarce, but players can look forward to discovering its capabilities soon.
Nerfing Aim Assist for Fairer Gameplay
In response to concerns about aim assist abuse, Epic Games is implementing a nerf to controller aim assist in the v7.40 update. The aim assist effect, triggered by aiming down sights, will now have a short cooldown to prevent abuse and ensure a fairer gameplay experience. This adjustment aims to address the issue of aim assist being used as a built-in soft aimbot.
This is just a glimpse of what players can expect in the upcoming v7.40 Fortnite update. More information will be revealed by Epic Games, and we will keep you updated as new details emerge. Stay tuned for an exciting update to the game!