Fortnite's latest update brings back beloved items! The popular battle royale game has reintroduced fan-favorite gear, including the Hunting Rifle and Launch Pad. This follows a recent hotfix for the OG mode, which also reinstated the classic Cluster Clinger. Simultaneously, the annual Winterfest event continues, offering event quests, unique items like Icy Feet and the Blizzard Grenade, and exciting skins featuring Mariah Carey and other collaborations.

The Winterfest celebration blankets the island in snow, providing players with numerous rewards from the Cozy Cabin, alongside premium skins such as Mariah Carey, Santa Dogg, and Santa Shaq. Beyond Winterfest, Fortnite boasts further collaborations with Cyberpunk 2077, Batman Ninja, and more.

A recent hotfix, while seemingly minor, excites longtime players. The Fortnite OG mode welcomes back the Launch Pad, a Chapter 1, Season 1 staple. This classic traversal tool, predating other mobility options, allowed players strategic aerial maneuvers for offensive or defensive purposes.

Fortnite's Revival of Classic Weapons and Items

• Launch Pad
• Hunting Rifle
• Cluster Clinger

The Launch Pad isn't the sole returning item. The Hunting Rifle (originally from Chapter 3) also makes a comeback, offering long-range combat capabilities, particularly welcomed given the absence of sniper rifles in Chapter 6, Season 1. Chapter 5's Cluster Clingers are back too, appearing in both Battle Royale and Zero Build modes, mirroring the Hunting Rifle's availability.

The success of Fortnite OG is undeniable. Epic Games reported 1.1 million players engaging with the mode within its first two hours. Accompanying the mode's launch was an OG Item Shop, featuring classic skins and items for purchase. However, the reintroduction of ultra-rare skins like the Renegade Raider and Aerial Assault Trooper has sparked mixed reactions among the player base.