Fortnite Community Advocates for Significant Alteration to the Kneecapper

Fortnite enthusiasts have been voicing their desire for Epic Games to introduce a cooldown feature for the Kneecapper’s charged attacks. As it stands, this weapon allows for rapid, consecutive strikes without a pause, leading to some dissatisfaction among players. With Chapter 6, Season 2’s focus on heists, opinions on the game’s latest shift have been mixed. Some fans have expressed disappointment with the vault loot, calling for more content to spice things up soon.

Returning weapon favorites like Midas’ Drum Gun and Brutus’ Minigun have made their comeback this season. To get their hands on these powerful tools, players must venture into the secretive backrooms of Black Markets. Accessing these areas requires an Outlaw Keycard, an item that players need to upgrade by completing related quests. These missions can involve everything from breaking into vaults to collecting medallions and spending gold. While players need to repeat similar tasks across stages, completing them grants full access to Black Market backrooms throughout the game.

A recent Reddit post by user Willie_Willikers highlighted frustrations with the Kneecapper, sparking widespread agreement within the community. The consensus is that the ability to unleash constant powerful strikes, especially in tight spaces, gives some players an unfair advantage. As a result, there’s a strong call for developers to address this imbalance.

Community members have also proposed other tweaks to the weapon. Some suggest reducing the movement speed of players who charge the Kneecapper, as currently, they can maintain full speed while prepping a strike. Stories of players getting knocked airborne and re-hit before they could react highlight the weapon’s current power level.

Anticipation has been building with rumors of new exotic weapons set to debut soon in Fortnite’s Black Market. Among them is the much-hyped Rift Launcher, which was first teased in Chapter 6 Season 2 trailers. This weapon could offer players the ability to create rifts on command, potentially changing the game by enhancing mobility or offering strategic advantages. With these exciting additions on the horizon, there’s a buzz of optimism about what the future holds for Fortnite and its ever-expanding arsenal.