Fortnite has just launched its Chapter 5 Season 1, bringing a lot of new features and content to the popular battle royale game. The new season is themed around the concept of “The Island”, a mysterious place where different realities collide. Here are some of the highlights of the new season.
One of the biggest changes in Chapter 5 Season 1 is the introduction of a new map, which is significantly larger and more diverse than the previous one. The new map has four main biomes: desert, grassland, snow and swamp. Each biome has its own unique landmarks, loot and challenges. Some of the new locations include:
- The Spire, a towering structure at the center of the map that holds a powerful artifact and a mysterious character named The Foundation.
- Boney Burbs, a suburban area filled with skeletons and bones.
- Coral Castle, a submerged city made of coral and sea creatures.
- Stealthy Stronghold, a jungle fortress with ancient ruins and dinosaurs.
- Colossal Crops, a farm with giant vegetables and fruits.
- Lazy Lake, a resort town with a lake, a golf course and a shopping mall.
A New Battle Pass With Over 100 Rewards
Another major feature of Chapter 5 Season 1 is the new battle pass, which offers over 100 rewards for players to unlock as they level up. The battle pass includes new skins, emotes, gliders, pickaxes, back blings, wraps and more. Some of the notable skins include:
- Peter Griffin, the iconic character from the animated sitcom Family Guy, who comes with his own set of hilarious emotes and voice lines.
- Lara Croft, the legendary adventurer and protagonist of the Tomb Raider series, who has three different styles based on her appearances in the games.
- Neymar Jr., the famous soccer player and Fortnite fan, who has a secret skin that transforms him into a primal warrior.
- Raz, a mysterious agent who can use psychic powers and has a dark secret.
- Cluck, a chicken in a mech suit who can lay explosive eggs and fly with jetpacks.
A New Vehicle: The Lamborghini Huracán STO
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 also introduces a new vehicle to the game: the Lamborghini Huracán STO, a supercar that can reach incredible speeds and perform amazing stunts. The Lamborghini Huracán STO is part of a collaboration between Fortnite and Lamborghini, which also includes a special event called the Lamborghini Cup, where players can compete in races and challenges to win exclusive prizes.
A New Game Mode: Creative 2.0
Finally, Chapter 5 Season 1 also brings a new game mode to Fortnite: Creative 2.0, a revamped version of the creative mode that allows players to create and play their own games and maps. Creative 2.0 has a lot of new features and improvements, such as:
- A new user interface, which makes it easier to access and manage the tools and settings.
- A new inventory system, which allows players to store and use items from different categories and subcategories.
- A new terrain system, which allows players to sculpt and paint the landscape with more precision and variety.
- A new lighting system, which allows players to adjust the brightness, color and mood of the environment.
- A new sound system, which allows players to add and edit sounds and music to their creations.