Fortnite Season 6, Chapter 2 update: Everything you need to know
Epic GamesEpic Games launched Fortnite Season 6 ‘Primal’ with a load of fresh new content to the game. If you want tips and tricks to be equipped next time you dive into a match – we’ve got you covered.
On launch day, we kept you on top of all the live updates as they happened for all things Fortnite. On Day 1, we posted everything you needed to know, from weapon and Guardian boss guides, leaks, and all that you need to know about NPCs and the new challenges – seen below.
Fortnite Season 6 essentials
- Fortnite S6 patch notes
- Battle Pass
- Fortnite map changes for Season 6, Chapter 2
- Unvaulted weapons
- Fortnite Season 6 skins and cosmetics
- Fortnite Season 6 challenge guide
Fortnite Season 6, Chapter 2 launch day: As it happened
Where to find every NPC in Fortnite Season 6
March 17, 6:16am GMT
With new characters such as the iconic Lara Croft being added to the season as both a skin and an NPC, there are just under 50 locations for them on the map – meaning you’ll always be close to getting those bounties, weapons, or a little help as you progress through the match.
Read more about the NPC locations here.
How to defeat Guardians in Season 6
March 17, 5:13am GMT
Season 6 is offering a whole new type of enemy for players to take on as they drop into the map — the “Spire Guardians” or “Guards” scattered around the island — to earn exclusive exotic weapons.
For all info on how to defeat these baddies and reap the rewards, check out our guides:
- Guardian of the Sea
- Guardian of the Bay
- Guardian of the Woods
- Guardian of the Mountains
- Guardian of the Fields
- Guardian of the Lake
Season 6 leaks point to wild dinosaurs and raptors
March 16, 11:56pm GMT
Plenty of leakers have shared insight into the possibility of Dinosaurs being added to the season down the line. ShiinaBR and FortTory shared the news on their Twitter that was originally broken by FrenzyLeaks.
We could possibly see Raptors getting added in the future als wildlife.
"A wild Raptor eliminated {PlayerName}"
"A wild Raptor knocked out {PlayerName}"There is also an Egg in the files related to wildlife 👀 pic.twitter.com/6Nnj1jqbAx
— FortTory – Fortnite leaks & news (@FortTory) March 16, 2021
Read more about the dinosaur and raptor leaks here.
Where to find Fortnite Season 6 Bunker Chests
March 16, 8:44pm GMT
The Bunker Chests are a brand-new addition with the start of Season 6, giving players a better chance at some higher-tier loot. While a full extensive list of locations for this rare version isn’t yet known, there are a few things we do know about them, including two possible spawn locations.
Epic GamesRead more about the Bunker Chests here.
Where to find Fortnite Golden Artifacts near The Spire
March 16, 6:12pm GMT
This handy guide will help you find some artifacts that will award you with a hefty chunk of experience.
Read more about the Golden Artifacts here.
Travis Scott event locations in live event
March 16, 5:22pm GMT
According to a leak by ShiinaBR, the opening live event for Season 6 showcased the different scenes within Travis Scott’s live event from 2020.
These are the 4 portals that were visible in the live event!
All of them show a different scene of the Travis Scott event! pic.twitter.com/BBIN1DzBeN
— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) March 16, 2021
Could a Batcave POI be coming to The Island?
March 16, 5:04pm GMT
It’s not in the game yet, but Fortnite leakers have hinted that a Batcave POI could appear on The Island at some point later in Season 6. It matches up with the news that a Fortnite-meets-DC Comics crossover series is on the way, which is expected to merge the two worlds together.
Read more about that Bat Cave rumor here.
Teen Titans superhero Raven has arrived
March 16, 3:25pm GMT
Lara Croft isn’t the only crossover skin in the Fortnite Season 6 Battle Pass, as players can also unlock Raven from DC Comics series Teen Titans. There are three skin styles: Rebirth Raven, ‘Classic’ Raven, and her alter-ego Rachel Roth.
Epic GamesHow to unlock Raven skin and alternate styles.
Wolves and chickens can be tamed
March 16, 1:10pm GMT
Players have noticed wild animals spawning around The Island, and some of them can be tamed. Wolves can be lured with meat to become allies in battle, and there’s a fun nod to The Legend of Zelda series as chickens can be carried to let you float down from heights.
Find out how to tame wild animals in Fortnite here.
New Mythic weapons and items have arrived
March 16, 11:45am GMT
As expected, a few ‘Mythic’ rarity weapons and items have appeared in the Season 6 update. These can be obtained by defeating the Guardian boss fights located around the map. They’re very difficult to get, but definitely worth the effort.
Here’s how to get the Spire Assassin’s Primal Shotgun, and here’s how to get the Spire Jumpboots.
Lara Croft is finally in Fortnite
March 16, 11:30am GMT
After months of rumors and speculation, Tomb Raider icon Lara Croft is finally in Fortnite! As well as a modern Lara skin and themed cosmetics including a back bling and pickaxe, there’s a ‘Classic’ Lara style that throws gamers back to the good ol’ PlayStation 1 days.
How to unlock Lara Croft skin and cosmetics.
How to get Neymar Jr. skin
March 16, 10:57am GMT
Hmm… Looks like we’ve found our first Fortnite Season 6 mystery. The Neymar Jr. skin, which is expected to come after the Brazilian featured in the update teasers, has not yet been revealed. This could be like a Wolverine or Predator situation, where we have to complete challenges across the season to grab it.
New skins, cosmetics and weapons!
March 16, 10:25am GMT
A load of new skins, cosmetics, and weapons have been revealed following the v16.00 update, seen below from HYPEX.
New Weapons & Maybe Pickaxes! pic.twitter.com/uF2R9BcHUc
— HYPEX (@HYPEX) March 16, 2021
Some Agent Jonesy Variants! pic.twitter.com/KOLHy2WgKL
— HYPEX (@HYPEX) March 16, 2021
Full list of leaked skins and cosmetics here.
Battle Pass tiers and trailer
March 16, 10:00am GMT
Epic Games have released a load of Battle Pass details for the new season, which has a ‘Primal’ theme this time around. The trailer can be found below!
Season 6 Battle Pass Trailer
via @FNBRLeaks | #Fortnite pic.twitter.com/W39sS4LmKW
— Mikey (@MikeDulaimi) March 16, 2021
Here’s a complete breakdown of the Fortnite Battle Pass tiers, skins, and rewards.
Pump Shotgun is back!
March 16, 9:40am GMT
One of the most popular weapons in Fortnite history, the Pump Shotgun, has made its return in Season 6!
Epic GamesRead the full story here, courtesy of Brad Norton.
Fortnite Season 6 patch notes
March 16, 9:30am GMT
Usually, there’s not much in the way of official news surrounding patch notes for Fortnite seasons. However, Epic Games has posted a blog page with a number of changes we can expect to see.
These include:
- New Fortnite weapon crafting
- Animals added, which players can tame
- Bunker chests now spawning with rare loot inside
- Guardian bosses dotted around map
Epic GamesRead the full patch notes here, from Isaac McIntyre.