Summary
Epic Games has brought back a lot of memories and nostalgia forFortnitefans by bringing it back to its original state for the new season. This season has given many old fans a chance to return to the game and relive their old memories by playing the classic old map and using the original weapons.
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In the first week of the new season, the weapons available are inspired by season five of the game’s first chapter. Each week, there will be updates, with some weapons staying for the whole month while others will be taken out. This list will rank all the best weapons you need to try in OG Fortnite.
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The Light Machine Gun, or the LMG has never been the best weapon in the game, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have its merits. This gun can be highly lethal, especially if you learn how to control its spray. The best way to use the LMG is to let it rip in a close to medium-ranged battle, but you can also choose to tap-fire at long-ranged targets if you are skilled enough.
The LMG has one of the highest magazines out of any gun in the game and is great at tearing down walls. It is alsothe preferred weapon for a lot of new playersas it is relatively easy to shoot with.
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The Double Barrel Shotgun is the perfect weapon for short-ranged fights. Although it isn’t quite as good as the Pump Shotgun, it can still take down any player with full shields if you are close enough to them. It serves as an excellent secondary weapon, as it is especially handy when your primary gun runs out of bullets.
However, this gun is not always the most reliable. Sometimes, when you think you’re close enough for a kill, it might not work out, and your opponents may end up with very little health left. It is recommended to aim for the torso rather than the head with this gun as it has a wide bullet spread.
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The Hunting Rifle was an underrated weapon during the original seasons of Fortnite and has made a return to the game in OG Fortnite. This is a sniper rifle that can down any player with one shot to the body, even at a long distance. The only catch is that it doesn’t come with a scope, so aiming at targets can be tricky.
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What’s good about this gun is that you can aim down the sights with more zoom than regular rifles, and you can also hip-fire without messing up your accuracy too much. You also need to keep in mind the bullet drop when you are using this rifle, as the moving bullet is affected by gravity the longer it goes.
You don’t need to be a genius to figure out why the Rocket Launcher is so good; this weapon has been a big part of Fortnite and has been vaulted and unvaultedseveral times throughout the game’s history.The Rocket Launcher shoots out a projectile rocket that does fatal damage after it hits a surface. These rockets do a lot of damage to structures, way more than they do to players.
Keep in mind that the Rocket Launcher is relatively slow to use, so you may get caught out while trying to equip it. you may also do damage to yourself with this weapon, so try not to fire it at close range. The Rockets can also be ridden by your teammates, which can be an effective strategy to close distance on enemies or escape the storm.
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As the name suggests, the Suppressed Assault Rifle is a silenced weapon you can’t hear from more than 50 meters away. The first few shots of this gun are extremely accurate, although it loses its accuracy after six to seven shots. The best way to use this gun is to burst fire to reset the weapon’s accuracy.
This gun isexcellent in the hands of skilled playerswho trust to hit their first few shots without missing many. It is also a good choice for long-distance combat as it is very accurate, even at long distances.
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The Tactical Shotgun is an incredible weapon for destroying close-range targets. This is a semi-automatic shotgun that can fire consecutive shots rapidly without affecting its accuracy. The Tactical Shotgun is the perfect gun if you are playing squads, as you may fire multiple shots due to the large magazine size of this weapon.
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The legendary version of this gun is perhaps one of the best in the game, as it does a lot more damage and has a faster reload speed. Bear in mind that you will need to carry a long-range weapon such as an assault rifle along with the Tactical Shotgun as it is virtually ineffective at a distance.
Everyone may not like this gun, but it can be amazing in the right hands. The Burst Assault Rifle was pretty average when it was introduced, but it has been buffed for the Fortnite OG season. Its fire rate and magazine capacity have both been increased even though it does less damage now.
The Burst Assault Rifle fires in bursts of three and is the perfect gun for medium-ranged encounters. It has an extremely precise first-bullet accuracy and is perfect for aiming down sights. Hip-firing with this gun isn’t recommended, as it makes the bloom inconsistent and gives the weapon a slower fire rate.
The Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle is always a great choice, no matter which game you are playing. This is a scoped sniper that fires a single heavy bullet and has to be reloaded after every shot. There is no damage fall-off on the bullet, but there is a significant bullet drop, which means you will have to account for gravity and distance when aiming at long-range targets.
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This sniper was a fan-favorite during the original season of the game, and fans have been demanding a return for a long time. The satisfaction of getting a kill with this gun is unlike any other in the game, making it a must-pick for your arsenal.
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The Pump Shotgun was one of the most overpowered guns in Fortnite during the first few seasons. Thankfully, it isn’t coming back in the same state and has been slightly nerfed to reduce its effectiveness. But even with the nerfs, the Pump Shotgun is the best close-range weapon in the game,especially if you like to land in crowded areas.
Unlike other shotguns, you need to aim for the head with the Pump, as it has a significant headshot multiplier that can guarantee a kill if you are close enough to your enemy. This is the only gun you need to carry for close-range fights, and it works extremely well when paired up with an Assault rifle.
The Assault Rifle or the Scar is an obvious contender for the top spot on this list. This is a standard automatic assault rifle that fires consecutive shots with a magazine size of 30. It is the most versatile weapon in the game and can be used in both long and short-range effectively, although it excels in the medium range.
Crouching with the Scar can improve its first-shot accuracy faster and also make your shots more accurate. The Assault Rifle should be your number one priority as it is the perfect gun for all sorts of scenarios.
