Fortnite: Mastering the Rail Gun Acquisition

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• How to Get the Rail Gun in Fortnite

• Rail Gun Stats in Fortnite

The Rail Gun, a formidable weapon from the early days of Chapter 2 Season 7, makes its return in Fortnite Battle Royale during Chapter 6 Season 1. While it has undergone some damage nerfs, the Rail Gun remains a powerful addition to any player's arsenal, offering a strategic edge in the battle for victory on the expansive Fortnite map.

For those eager to wield this high-tech rifle, acquiring the Rail Gun isn't overly challenging. Players interested in its specifics or performance might want to dive into how to obtain it and understand the stats of its different variants to make informed decisions during gameplay.

How to Get the Rail Gun in Fortnite

The Rail Gun is available in Epic and Legendary rarities, making it a bit elusive since no NPCs sell it directly. To secure this weapon, players must rely on Chests and Floor Loot. Chapter 6 Season 1 offers numerous loot sources, including the treasure-filled caves of Magic Mosses and the secretive vaults in Nightshift Forest.

To get a Rail Gun in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, players simply need to explore and loot Chests, hoping that luck will favor them with this powerful weapon. With an abundance of Chests scattered across the map, the chances of finding a Rail Gun are quite favorable.

Rail Gun Stats in Fortnite

• A high-tech rifle; charge it up to aim and fire a single powerful shot, making it excellent for dealing with enemies behind walls.

The Rail Gun requires about 3 seconds to charge its shot after players start holding the Fire button. They can hold their shot for an additional 3 seconds before the Rail Gun automatically fires. Landing a shot with the Rail Gun can be tricky due to the inability to cancel a charging shot, especially when enemies are constantly moving to evade the bright beam of the weapon.

Although the Rail Gun boasts impressive structure damage and headshot potential, its slow and loud nature might make Heavy Bullets a more reliable choice for weapons like the Hunting Rifle. Nonetheless, players are encouraged to experiment with the Rail Gun themselves, as its unique mechanics can add a fun and thrilling element to their gameplay experience.