The v7.20 Fortnite update drops tomorrow and here are all of the changes, new features and bug fixes that have been confirmed by Epic Games.
The last major Fortnite update was v7.10, which was released on the 18th December 2018. Since that update, Epic have released three v7.10 content updates, which included the release of Presents, the Boom Box and the Suppressed Sniper Rifle.
Epic have already teased the release of the scoped revolver which will release in tomorrow’s v7.20 update, and they’ve also confirmed other features, changes and bug fixes coming in the update and we’ve listed them all below.
Scoped Revolver
Epic updated the in-game news feed yesterday to tease the release of a new Fortnite weapon, the scoped revolver. The weapon wasn’t leaked in earlier updates, so there’s no information on this weapon apart from the description which is, “Six-shot pistol that packs a punch and provides perfect accuracy at range”.
Wall Placement Change
Eric Willamson, design lead at Epic Games, created a post on Reddit mentioning the v7.20 update will introduce a change that will prevent walls being built partially below, or obstructed by the ground. The feature will kick in when players attempt to place a wall that:
- Requires a connection to a building piece
- The connecting piece is at least 70% underground
Under the above circumstanced, the required connecting piece will build automatically for free.
Zipline Fixes and Adjustments
Sean Hamilton (MrPopoTFS), community coordinator at Epic Games, mentioned in a Twitter reply that the v7.20 Fortnite update will have Zipline fixes and an adjustment which will allow players to change direction without needing to jump.
Zipline fixes and adjustments coming in v7.20.
One of which will allow you to change direction without needing to jump.
— Sean Hamilton 💚 (@MrPopoTFS) January 14, 2019
Sensitivity Changes
Sean Hamilton tweeted out some sensitivity release v7.20 patch notes which includes building sensitivity changes that also applies to edit mode, seperate targeting, scope and gamepad building sensitivity settings will be shared between StW and BR and sensitivity settings will now allow for more granular adjustments.
Do your thing, Twitter… 😎📣
From v7.20 Patch Notes:
1) Building sensitivity change also applies to edit mode2) Separate targeting, scope, and gamepad building sensitivity settings are now shared between StW and BR
3) Sensitivity settings allow for more granular adjustments
— Sean Hamilton 💚 (@MrPopoTFS) January 14, 2019
Itemized Glider Redeploy
Epic announced that they will reintroduce glider redeploy in the v7.20 update but will come as an item that will take up an inventory slot and can be found from normal loot sourced. Each deploy will remove one charge, once all of them are used the item disappears. The new Glider Redeploy item can be found in floor loot, chests, vending machines and supply llamas. If you’d like to read more about Itemized Glider Redeploy, read out post here.
Mobile and Nintendo Switch quality of life updates
Thomas Frato, community coordinator for Epic Games, replied to a Reddit post outlining a few changes that’ll be coming in tomorrow’s update for both mobile and Switch platforms.
Ghost Shots Improvement
Improvements for ghost shots will be coming in v7.20 according to Sean Hamilton.
Improvements for ghost shots and edit delays are coming in v7.20
— Sean Hamilton 💚 (@MrPopoTFS) January 11, 2019
Eon Bundle Compensation
Players to purchased the Xbox One Eon Bundle will be granted the following:
- 2,000 V-Bucks (If Save the World is already owned)
- Access to Save the World (If Save the World was not already owned)
It’ll take several hours to grant all the players who purchased the Eon Bundle.
Happy Hamlet’s Roof Windows
According to FNBRHQ, the roofs at Happy Hamlet’s with the row of windows that you can’t talk through will be adjusted in v7.20
NEWS:
Happy Hamlet's roofs with the row of windows that you can't walk through will be adjusted in v7.20 #Fortnite
— Mikey (@MikeDulaimi) January 14, 2019
The v7.20 Fortnite update will be released tomorrow at 5AM ET (10AM GMT). Be sure to follow us on Twitter @Fortnite_BR or turn on website notifications so you’re updated with all the latest news.
