Epic Games is finally rolling out a first-person experience in Fortnite with the release of Ballistic, a 5v5 round-based tactical shooter mode. After years of speculations and leaks, this new edition promises a competitive twist to Fortnite's gameplay formula. The mode is coming to Fortnite on December 11.
A New Direction for Fortnite Gameplay
Fortnite Ballistic takes the player out of the Battle Royale experience and into a dedicated first-person mode with a focus on team-based strategy. Contrary to early expectations of a first-person toggle for existing modes, Ballistic is a standalone feature. Teams of attackers and defenders will clash in adrenaline-fueled matches designed to test both skill and coordination.
Ballistic hits Early Access December 11
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Round by Round. Tactical FPS. 5v5.
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What to Expect in Early Access
Ballistic will initially have one map, Skyline 10, along with a limited number of weapons and items. The game will focus on the attackers planting a Rift Point device while the defenders will try to stop it—just like in a traditional tactical shooter, for example, Counter-Strike. Each match will last seven rounds, and there are no respawns so each action is crucial.
Supported in Ballistic
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Outfits
Back Blings
Kicks
Wraps
Sprays
Emotes
Unsupported
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Pickaxes
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Contrails
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Instruments
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Vehicles
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Jam Tracks
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Epic's Move to Engage Players
It would seem that Epic Games, in releasing the mode a little early but with more limited content, is interested in delivering the much-anticipated feature. More maps, weapons, and improvements are to be added to the game in future updates, but for now, players can dive into the new format and give their feedback on this long-anticipated development.
Fans who have been following the leaks and rumours about Fortnite's first-person mode can finally experience the feature, which is a major step in the evolution of the game.
