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 staple from the early days of Chapter 2 Season 7, makes a comeback in Fortnite Battle Royale during Chapter 6 Season 1. Although it has undergone some damage nerfs, the Rail Gun remains a formidable weapon that could be the key to securing victory against other players on the map.

Luckily, obtaining the Rail Gun isn't overly challenging, but knowing the specifics can help players decide if it's worth picking up over other options. Below, we'll dive into how to acquire the Rail Gun and review the stats of its different variants, helping you determine if it's the right choice for your next battle.

How to Get the Rail Gun in Fortnite

The Rail Gun can be found in Epic and Legendary rarities, making it somewhat elusive since it's not sold by any NPCs. To get your hands on one, you'll need to search Chests and Floor Loot across the map. In Chapter 6 Season 1, hotspots like the loot caves of Magic Mosses and the hidden vaults of Nightshift Forest are prime locations to check.

Your best bet to acquire a Rail Gun is to scour the map for Chests. With an abundance of them available, you're likely to find one that contains this high-tech weapon, setting you up for a potential victory royale.

Rail Gun Stats in Fortnite

• The Rail Gun is a high-tech rifle that requires charging before it can aim and fire a single powerful shot, making it ideal for taking down enemies behind walls.

Charging a shot with the Rail Gun takes about 3 seconds once you hold down the Fire button, and you can hold the charge for another 3 seconds before the gun fires automatically. Landing a hit can be tricky since you can't cancel the charging shot, and opponents are rarely stationary, constantly moving to evade your bright, telltale beam.

Despite its impressive structure and headshot damage, the Rail Gun's slow firing rate and difficulty in hitting moving targets might make Heavy Bullets more appealing for a reliable Hunting Rifle. That said, the Rail Gun is still a fun and unique weapon to experiment with on the battlefield.