Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 3: Everything We Know So Far
Fornite fans are eagerly awaiting the release of Chapter 4 Season 3, which is set to bring exciting new content and updates to the popular video game. In this article, we’ll cover everything we know so far about the upcoming season, from the release date and possible themes, to leaked details about the battle pass and new weapons. So, let’s dive in!
Release Date
Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 3 was originally set to begin on June 2 or 3, but Epic Games postponed the release date by a few days. The new end date for Chapter 4 Season 2 is now Friday, June 9, at 2 am Eastern Time. This means that the new season will most likely begin on the same day after a few hours of downtime.
Possible Themes
Desert or Jungle Theme
According to dataminers, Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 3 may have a desert or jungle theme. Dataminer Wenso discovered that Epic Games added palm trees and cactus files into Fortnite that haven’t been used yet, leading to speculation about a tropical biome. Another dataminer found a file referring to a jungle that was added to Fortnite in a patch. In addition, a new file called “AsteraCustomBiomes_Jungle” was added to the game files, which seems to confirm a jungle biome for the upcoming season.
Ranked Season 1 Launch
With the addition of the first official Ranked mode in patch V24.40, players can now enjoy casual competition in Fortnite. Ranked Season 1 will be fully launched in Chapter 4 Season 3, and the feature will carry on for foreseeable seasons.
The Battle Pass
While we don’t have official confirmation from Epic Games about the contents of the Chapter 4 Season 3 Battle Pass, leaks have offered some details about what players can expect. Here are a few cosmetic codenames that have been leaked:
CinderMax
CrispRover
LoudPhoenix
RippedHarvester
SilentTempo
ZirconSweep
Other leaks suggest that Optimus Prime from the Transformers franchise will be available as an outfit. The battle pass will be revealed soon, so stay tuned for more details.
New Weapons
Several new weapons are rumored to be introduced in Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 3, including:
Throwable Axe
This weapon was rumored to be coming to Fortnite with Chapter 3’s release, so it could make an appearance in the upcoming season.
Kinetic Blade-like Weapon
Similar to the Shockwave Hammer and Kinetic Blade, this weapon features a purple glow and will most likely be Season 3’s ‘chaos item’.
The Key Art
An anonymous Reddit user shared an image that supposedly shows the upcoming key art for Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 3. The image reveals that Optimus Prime will be available as an outfit, and a character riding a Raptor is shown, confirming rumors about this feature’s introduction.
Conclusion
Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 3 is shaping up to be an exciting and fun update to the popular game. With a possible jungle or desert theme, the addition of Ranked Season 1, and new weapons and outfits, fans have a lot to look forward to. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the release date.
FAQs
1. When does Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 3 start?
The new season is set to begin on June 9, 2023.
2. Will there be a live event this season?
It appears that there will not be a live event this season, as there was no announcement made by Epic Games.
3. What is the Ranked mode in Fortnite?
Ranked mode is a competitive alternative for players in Fortnite. Players can earn free in-game rewards as they progress through ranks.
4. What is rumored to be included in the Chapter 4 Season 3 Battle Pass?
Leaked cosmetic codenames suggest that there will be outfits called CinderMax, CrispRover, LoudPhoenix, RippedHarvester, SilentTempo, and ZirconSweep in the Battle Pass.
5. What other new features might be added to Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 3?
Aside from a possible jungle or desert theme and new weapons and outfits, nothing else has been confirmed by Epic Games yet. Stay tuned for more updates.
