Summary
- Epic Games releases new Fortnite OG Season 3 update.
- The update features the return of Lucky Landing, 50v50, and some iconic weapons.
- Season 3 also comes with a new OG Fortnite Pass featuring cosmetic items based on classic skins.
Epic Games has officially released the new Fortnite OG Season 3 update, featuring some iconic weapons, map changes, and the classic 50v50 mode. While the standard Battle Royale mode for Fortnite is currently halfway through its Chapter 6 Season 2 update, fans looking for a nostalgia kick can now relive the days of 2017 as the game's OG mode receives a substantial new update with plenty of iconic features.
As the latest update has added a ton of new files to the game, data miners have already uncovered evidence that suggests Fortnite is gearing up for a new crossover with The Walking Dead. Shortly after the update was released on March 25, leakers such as HYPEX discovered Negan's Bat in the game's files, while other leaks revealed details of a new skin for the iconic villain. An official announcement has yet to be made by Epic Games surrounding a new collaboration with Robert Kirkman's post-apocalyptic series, but it looks like the new weapons and cosmetic items could be making their way to the game relatively soon.
Fortnite Needs to Reduce the Price of Kicks
In Fortnite, you can barely see your character's feet. And even if you do, you and your opponent probably won't be looking at the shoes you have on. Kicks are a fun cosmetic, and I'm not against them being available in the shop, but charging between 600 to 1000 V-Bucks V-Bucks, from $5 to $10, for virtual shoes just doesn't seem right.
Following an official reveal for Fortnite OG Season 3 earlier in the week, Epic Games has now released the full update for PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile users. According to the patch notes, which can be found further down this article, the latest update to Fortnite OG features the return of Lucky Landing, a plethora of iconic weapons and items, such as the Light Machine Gun, Port-A-Fort, Heavy Shotgun, Clingers, and much more. Fans can also jump back into 50v50, the very first limited-time game mode that initially debuted in Fortnite all the way back in 2017 with the original launch of Chapter 1 Season 3.
There's also a brand-new Fortnite OG Battle Pass for Season 3, which once again features a variety of cosmetic items heavily inspired by the original season. According to Epic Games, the new OG pass has 45 tiers of rewards for players to unlock, with many of the items taking inspiration from Power Chord, Raven, and Rex - outfits that debuted during the original Season 3. Players looking to make the most of the new Battle Pass will need to purchase it for 1,000 V-Bucks, but there are also plenty of free rewards up for grabs. The premium pass features three different outfits for players to obtain: Power Punk, Mecha R3X, and Sir Raven.
While fans will also find Back Blings, Pickaxes, and other accessories in the new OG Pass, there likely won't be any of Fortnite's controversial Kicks available. The latest cosmetic option allows players to customize the shoes they wear with each outfit, otherwise known as Kicks. However, due to the minimal visibility of a player's feet and the huge price tag that comes with them, fans have made it clear that they aren't happy with the feature.
Fortnite OG Season 3 Update Patch Notes
OG 50v50 Limited-Time Mode
It’s back! The much-requested 50v50 LTM is making its long-awaited return as OG 50v50. Pitting two 50-player teams against each other in an epic clash for victory, experience the thrills of large-scale battle as you fight, loot, and build alongside 49 teammates!
OG 50v50 will be available until April 14 at 9 AM ET. Fun fact: 50v50 was the first-ever LTM to be added to Fortnite Battle Royale, all the way back in 2017.
A Shower of Sights
Chapter 1 Season 3 brings back the Lucky Landing POI and the mysterious meteor in the skies!
Lucky Landing
This small town is a treasure trove of ornate architecture and abundant loot. Lucky Landing’s tight streets are perfect for up-close encounters — just don’t forget to take in the gorgeous cherry blossoms as you bask in the glow of victory!
The Forecast is Foreboding
Later in OG Chapter 1 Season 3, the familiar meteor will emerge in the sky, and get closer and closer as the Season goes on. Say nice to meteor to the giant rock that started Fortnite Battle Royale’s story!
Crashing into the Loot Pool this Season
Throughout the Season, look out for gear from the classic Chapter 1 Season 3 being added!
- Guided Missile (live now!) - Shoot a rocket you can control remotely. This explosive weapon returns for the first time since 2018!
- Hand Cannon (live now!) - Unleash your inner gunslinger with this powerful sidearm that rewards precision with devastating power!
- Hunting Rifle (live now!) - A marksman’s dream! With enough accuracy, you can even down opponents who have a whole buncha Effective Health.
- Remote Explosive - The ultimate tool for explosion enthusiasts. Stick them to walls and detonate to your heart's content!
- Heavy Shotgun - The go-to shotgun for mid-range encounters. Take advantage of its single precise slug to deal devastating damage to anyone brave enough to confront you.
- Port-A-Fort - Your instant ticket to gaining the high ground. Throw this down to build a prefabricated metal fortress!
- Light Machine Gun - Shred through enemy builds or lay down suppressing fire! You’ll see the light after trying it out.
- Clingers - Unlike what you may expect, these plungers cause explosive disasters.
From day 1, you’ll notice Supply Llamas and vending machines around the Island! In Zero Build, you’ll be able to gather mats to use at vending machines. And speaking of Zero Build, start placing Traps on the landscape!
Here’s the loot being carried over from Season 2 to the beginning of Season 3:
- Assault Rifle
- Burst Assault Rifle
- Scoped Assault Rifle
- Minigun
- Pistol
- Revolver
- Suppressed Pistol
- Suppressed Submachine Gun
- Tactical Submachine Gun
- Pump Shotgun
- Tactical Shotgun
- Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle
- Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle
- Crossbow
- Grenade Launcher
- Rocket Launcher
- Boogie Bomb
- Bushes
- Cozy Campfire
- Grenade
- Impulse Grenade
- Smoke Grenade
- Port-A-Bunker
- Damage Trap
- Launch Pad (non-throwable version)
- Bandages
- Med Kits
- Shield Potions
- Small Shield Potions
- Slurp Juice
- Chug Jug
Chapter 1 Season 3 OG Pass
The new OG Season brings a new OG Pass, offering 45 tiers of rewards inspired by the classic Chapter 1 Season 3! Unlock items that take inspiration from Power Chord, Raven, and Rex — all Outfits that debuted in the Shop during that Season.
Unlock free and premium rewards in the OG Pass by earning XP in any Fortnite experience. To claim the premium rewards as you earn XP, purchase the Pass for only 1,000 V-Bucks or get it through Fortnite Crew! Included as premium rewards, there are three Outfits in the Pass:
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Power Punk: Break all the rules.
- Power Punk is claimable right away upon purchasing the OG Pass!
- This Outfit has a helmet you can toggle on or off that’s reminiscent of Mission Specialist and Dark Voyager’s helmets! These are Outfits from the classic Chapter 1 Season 3’s Battle Pass.
- Mecha R3X: Drive your foes to extinction.
- Sir Raven: A dark and stormy knight.
This OG Pass also has Back Blings, Pickaxes, and other accessories that throw things back to the Season when all eyes were on the sky. Strike a chord with The Rebel Pickaxe, scope out your wild kingdom with the Horizon Rider Glider, and put on a cape of feathers with the Fowl Mantle Back Bling.
As you earn XP, unlock an alt Style for each Outfit and for many of the accessories!
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 84 /100 Critics Rec: 94%
- Released
- September 26, 2017
- ESRB
- T for Teen - Diverse Content: Discretion Advised, In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- Epic Games
- Publisher(s)
- Epic Games
