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Making a comeback from Chapter 2 Season 7, the Rail Gun reappears in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, albeit with slightly reduced damage. Despite the nerfs, it remains a potent weapon for securing victory.
While not excessively rare, its acquisition relies on chance, unlike weapons available from NPCs.
How to Obtain the Rail Gun in Fortnite
Found in Epic and Legendary rarities, the Rail Gun isn't sold by NPCs. Players must search Chests and Floor Loot. The abundance of loot locations in Chapter 6 Season 1, such as Magic Mosses' loot caves and Nightshift Forest's hidden vaults, increases the chances of finding one.
Your best bet is to diligently loot chests throughout the map.
Rail Gun Statistics in Fortnite
| Rarity | Epic | Legendary |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 90 | 95 |
| Headshot Damage | 180 | 190 |
| Fire Rate | 1 | 1 |
| Magazine Size | 1 | 1 |
| Reload Time | 2.37 | 2.2 |
| Structure Damage | 525 | 550 |
- A high-tech rifle; charge it to fire a powerful shot, effective against enemies behind cover.
The Rail Gun's charged shot takes approximately 3 seconds to prepare, with an additional 3-second hold before automatic firing. The inability to cancel the charge, combined with enemy movement, makes accurate shots challenging.
Despite impressive structure and headshot damage, the Rail Gun's slow charge and difficulty in landing hits might make a reliable Hunting Rifle with Heavy Bullets a more practical choice for some players. However, its unique gameplay makes it worth experimenting with.
