Fortnite players are buzzing with requests for Epic Games to introduce a cooldown for the Kneecapper weapon. As it stands, the weapon’s charged attacks can be delivered one after another with no breaks, disrupting the balance for many in the gaming community. While Chapter 6 Season 2 leans into a theme of heists, the latest updates have received mixed reactions. Many fans are expressing that vault loot falls short of expectations and are eagerly hoping for more exciting content soon.
Several old favorites like Midas’ Drum Gun and Brutus’ Minigun have also made their comeback this season. To get their hands on these coveted items, players need to navigate to the secret backrooms of the Black Markets, using Outlaw Keycards that require upgrades through various quests. These include tasks like breaking into vaults, collecting medallions, and spending gold. What stands out this time is the repetitive nature of these quests—players can tackle them over and over to complete all the necessary challenges, eventually opening up the Black Market’s secret stash fully.
On a popular Fortnite Reddit thread, user Willie_Willikers shared their frustration over the Kneecapper, urging Epic Games to enforce a cooldown. This sentiment found strong support, with many agreeing that the ability to spam charged attacks without a chance for counteraction can give players an unreasonable advantage. Some fans even suggested tweaks to balance the situation, such as reducing the movement speed of players wielding a charged strike. One dramatic account mentioned getting hit by the Kneecapper, sent flying, only to be struck again before having a chance to react.
In other exciting news, leaks suggest an arsenal of new exotic weapons could be on the horizon. One of the standout items is the Rift Launcher, a highly anticipated weapon hinted at in the Chapter 6 Season 2 trailer. This item would allow players to create rifts, giving them a strategic edge in mobility or offering a tactical way to maneuver enemy players. With such promising developments lined up, it seems there’s plenty to anticipate in Fortnite’s evolving landscape.
