Making a comeback from Chapter 2 Season 7, the Rail Gun returns in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, albeit with slightly reduced damage. Despite the nerfs, it remains a powerful weapon, potentially game-changing for the right player.
While not excessively rare, the Rail Gun's acquisition relies on chance. Its power makes it a desirable find, but its absence from NPC vendors necessitates a search through chests and floor loot. Fortunately, Chapter 6 Season 1 offers abundant loot locations, including the loot caves of Magic Mosses and the hidden vaults of Nightshift Forest.
Available in Epic and Legendary rarities, securing a Rail Gun requires luck. Your best bet is to thoroughly search chests and floor loot throughout the game map.
Rarity | Epic | Legendary |
---|---|---|
Damage | 90 | 95 |
Headshot DMG | 180 | 190 |
Fire Rate | 1 | 1 |
Magazine Size | 1 | 1 |
Reload Time | 2.37 | 2.2 |
Structure DMG | 525 | 550 |
This high-tech rifle fires a single, powerful charged shot, effective against enemies even behind cover. The charge-up time is approximately 3 seconds, with an additional 3-second hold before automatic firing. The inability to cancel a charging shot, coupled with enemy movement, presents a significant challenge to accuracy.
Despite impressive structure and headshot damage, the Rail Gun's difficulty in landing shots means a reliable Hunting Rifle with Heavy Bullets might be a more consistent choice. However, its unique gameplay makes it worth experimenting with.