This mode is a different take on regular Fortnite shooting and movement mechanics.

It has tougher rules and a time-based 5-v-5 mode with team-based objectives.

Let’s see how the new weapons in Fortnite Chapter 6 stack up.

Attacking the enemy team in Fortnite Ballistic.

Regardless of which weapon you get first,always remember to buy shields.

Alternatively, someone on your team can trade weapons with you by dropping/picking them up.

Understanding Recoil Patterns

Each weapon has a unique recoil.

Five new weapons introduced in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1.

The more you use a certain weapon, the more comfortable you’ll be with it over time.

venture to tap firing with weapons.

Instead of holding down the trigger, fire one or two bullets at a time.

Buying shields in Fortnite Ballistic.

This will give you more precise shots.

Also,check that that your mouse sensitivity isn’t too high.

When you lower this, you’ll notice a difference in your aiming precision.

A weapon’s recoil patterin in Fortnite Ballistic.

However, a faster sensitivity works for some gamers, too.

Play around with these controls a little, and figure out which one’s for you.

Based on this, let your team know what you’re going to do.

Fortnite settings tab showing visual settings.

Taking note of that,familiarize yourself with different weapons and situations.

Sometimes, a sniper is great.

Other times, an SMG does a better job.

Using a weapon in Fortnite Ballistic.

To avoid this,get in the habit of reloading your gun every chance you get.

Yes, even if you only shot a few bullets!

Reload your gun the moment there’s no enemy in sight.

Reloading a gun in Fortnite Ballistic.

Moreover, switching to your second weapon (like a pistol) can save you in many situations.

Certain weapons take a longer while to reload, andit’s simply quicker to switch to your secondary weapon.

To counter this,simply move alongside your team.

Following teammates in Fortnite Ballistic.

Go where they go, and sometimes you’ll be the one leading them.

This isespecially useful if you’re not using a mic or any other form of communication.

Alternatively, throwing down a Smoke Grenade as you play the Rift Point rig can cover your tracks better.

Throwing a Flashbang in Fortnite Ballistic.

How you use this to your advantage is up to you.

Usually, if you’re playing aggressively,it’s a great idea to sprint and slide often.

Then, use your gun’s hip-fire (without aiming down sights) to get a kill or two.

Planting the device in Fortnite Ballistic.

This works like a charm with SMGs or a shotgun since they are ideal for close-combat situations.

If it’s you, then being safe instead of aggressive can quickly become a priority.

If it’s a teammate, closely follow them.

Map locations in Fortnite Ballistic.

Try and check that no one from the enemy team picks it up and plants it.

So many places to hide, so many places to defend!

There are markings on the walls that tell you where objective points (like A and B) are.

The key art for Fortnite’s Hunter season.

In case you’re lost, follow these signs.

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