Weapons and Augments Updated in new Balance Hotfix

Following the launch of Chapter 4 Season 2 last week, Epic Games has deployed a hotfix to adjust the Combat Shotgun, Dragon's Breath Sniper, Havoc Suppressed Assault Rifle and a number of Reality Augments.

The following changes have been made in today's balance hotfix:

Weapon Changes

  • Combat Shotgun's damage per pellet increased
  • Dragon's Breath Sniper's rate of fire increased
  • Fixed an issue where the Havoc Suppressed AR had perfect accuracy while sliding

Augment Changes

  • 'Medium Ammo Amp' increased mag size is now 20%, down from 33%
  • Reduced the rate ammo is granted from 'Munitions Slide'
  • Fixed a bug where 'Chug Gunner' Chug Cannons could have a faster recharge

We'll keep you updated if any additional changes are made.
Source: Fortnite Status


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